Which herbs and supplements lower cholesterol? (Select all that ...

[jc611]

Which herbs and supplements lower cholesterol? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Garlic
  b. Bananas
  c. Oatmeal
  d. St. John's wort
  e. Soy products

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient immediately following a liver biopsy. Which actions are appropriate for the nurse to take? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Position the patient on the right side.
  b. Assess the patient's pain.
  c. Monitor vital signs every 15 minutes for the first hour.
  d. Instruct patient to cough and deep-breathe.
  e. Assess for hematoma at puncture site.

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Answer to Question 1

A, C, E
Garlic, whole-grain foods, and soy products are thought to decrease cholesterol. Bananas and St. John's wort are not known to lower cholesterol.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, E
The liver biopsy is performed under local or general anesthesia. Postprocedural care will include positioning on the right side for the first 2 hours, and assessing pain, vital signs and the puncture site. The patient should not cough as it increases intra-abdominal pressure and may stimulate bleeding.

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