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newyorker26

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A 76-year-old client with a diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer's disease has been started on a daily dose of ginkgo by his son. Which of the client's other medications may potentially contraindicate the use of ginkgo?
 
  A) Low-dose ASA
  B) Donepezil (Aricept)
  C) Furosemide (Lasix)
  D) Albuterol (Ventolin)

Question 2

Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize when performing client education around the use of herbal remedies?
 
  A) Ensuring that the client has a current and valid prescription for each herbal remedy
  B) Providing the client with information about pharmacological alternatives to herbal remedies
  C) Teaching the client the importance of informing care providers about what remedies he or she is using
  D) Teaching the client how to safely adjust dosing of herbal remedies


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kescobar@64

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Ginkgo is contraindicated with the use of antiplatelet drugs, such as ASA, due to the risk of bleeding.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
A priority in client education surrounding the use of herbal remedies is emphasizing the importance of keeping care providers informed of exactly what remedies the client is currently using. Prescriptions are not necessary for common herbal remedies, and dosage adjustments should be made in consultation with a health care professional.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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