The nurse understands the increase in popularity of herbal ...

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The nurse understands the increase in popularity of herbal products has occurred recently. What is not a reason for this increase in popularity?
 
  1. Aggressive marketing by the herbal industry
  2. Renewed interest in preventative medicine
  3. Lack of side effects from herbal products
  4. Herbal products are readily available.

Question 2

A client asks the nurse what a botanical or herb is. Which reply by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  1. Any plant that is used to supplement diet only.
  2. Any plant that can be made into a tea.
  3. Any plant product that does not cause a skin reaction.
  4. Any plant product with useful application.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

Rationale 1: This is a reason for an increase in popularity of herbal products.
Rationale 2: This is a reason for an increase in popularity of herbal products.
Rationale 3: Lack of side effects is not a reason for an increase in popularity of herbal products. It is possible for a client to have a side effect or drug interaction from an herbal product.
Rationale 4: This is a reason for an increase in popularity of herbal products.

Global Rationale: Lack of side effects is not a reason for an increase in popularity of herbal products. It is possible for a client to have a side effect or drug interaction from an herbal product. Aggressive marketing, a renewed interest in preventative medicine, and being readily available are all reasons for the popularity of herbal products.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4

Rationale 1: There are many uses for herbs, not just to supplement diet.
Rationale 2: There are many different herbal or botanical preparations, including tablets, teas, and ointments.
Rationale 3: A botanical or herb can cause a skin reaction in some clients but can still have a useful application for other clients.
Rationale 4: Any plant product with useful application is a botanical or herb.

Global Rationale: Any plant product with useful application is a botanical or herb. There are many uses for herbs, not just to supplement diet. There are many different herbal or botanical preparations, including tablets, teas, and ointments. A botanical or herb can cause a skin reaction in some clients but can still have a useful application for other clients.

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