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shenderson6 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The children of an older adult with early-stage dementia are eager to find possible treatment to slow the progression of her disease. Which of the following is the most useful herb for treating memory loss?

A) Skullcap
B) Valerian root
C) Ginkgo biloba
D) Passion flower

Question 2

A client is being treated for depression and has informed the psychiatricmental health nurse that he would like to explore the possibility of using herbal remedies to improve his mood. What assessment should the nurse consequently prioritize?

A) Assessment of the client's cardiac and respiratory status
B) Assessment of the client's adherence to his current treatment regimen
C) Assessment of the client's knowledge of potential adverse effects of herbal remedies
D) Assessment of client's current mediation regimen

zacnyjessica · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
Ginkgo biloba has been found to be the most useful herbal therapy in treating memory loss. Herbal remedies such as passion flower, Valerian root, and skullcap have soothing effects on the nervous system and are used for anxiety.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
Before using herbal remedies, it is imperative that the client's medication regimen be carefully assessed to prevent potentially adverse reactions. This assessment is more significant than the assessment of body systems, the client's adherence to treatment or his knowledge of adverse effects.