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A patient with inflammatory arthritis asks about adding an anti-inflammatory herb to the medication regimen to decrease the use of prescription drugs. The nurse suggests the patient discuss the efficacy of which herbs with the health care provider?
 
  1. Tumeric
  2. St. John's wort
  3. Ginger
  4. Ginseng
  5. Bilberry

Question 2

A postmenopausal patient with a history of stroke is told she cannot take female hormones because of the risk for future thromboembolic events. The patient asks about nonpharmacologic ways to manage her symptoms.
 
  Which herbs does the nurse suggest as alternatives?
  1. Soy
  2. Black cohosh
  3. Evening primrose
  4. Saw palmetto
  5. Acai



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Tumeric is used to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 2: St. John's wort is believed to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 3: Ginger is thought to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 4: Ginseng is used to enhance the immune system.
Rationale 5: Bilberry is an antioxidant.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Soy is used to alleviate postmenopausal symptoms.
Rationale 2: Black cohosh is used to alleviate postmenopausal symptoms.
Rationale 3: Evening primrose is used to alleviate postmenopausal symptoms.
Rationale 4: Saw palmetto is used to decrease prostate hyperplasia.
Rationale 5: Acai is used as an antioxidant and for weight loss.





 

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