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Brittanyd9008

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A nurse should advise clients taking which medications to avoid the use of ginkgo? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
  B) Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
  C) NSAIDs
  D) Nonsalicylates
  E) Anticholinergics

Question 2

A review of a client's history reveals that the client takes ginkgo. Which of the following would the nurse assess for in the client as a common adverse reaction? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Hyperglycemia
  B) Headache
  C) Hypotension
  D) Rash
  E) GI discomfort


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B
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Ginkgo is contraindicated in clients taking SSRI or MAOI antidepressants, because of the risk of a toxic reaction. Cholinesterase inhibitors interact with anticholinergics. Ginkgo does not interact with NSAIDs or nonsalicylates.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, D, E
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The most common adverse reactions associated with ginkgo include mild GI discomfort, headache, and rash.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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