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LCritchfi

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient with renal failure expresses he prefers to take an herbal drug for relief of his cold. Which herbal drug should the nurse caution the patient about taking?
 
  a. Echinacea
  b. Vitamin C
  c. Arabinoxylane
  d. Grapefruit seed extract

Question 2

A patient asks if he can still drink coffee and cola while on bronchodilators for his COPD. Which is the nurse's best response?
 
  a. Caffeine-containing drinks can be used in moderation.
  b. You have no restriction when drinking coffee.
  c. Drink plenty of water to counteract the caffeine.
  d. Avoid large amounts of caffeine.


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Ksh22

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

ANS: C
Patients with renal failure taking arabinoxylane should exercise caution due to its high phosphorus content.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The patient should avoid drinking large amounts of caffeine-containing drinks such as tea, coffee, cocoa, and cola drinks.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Gracias!

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