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mmm

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A patient experiencing occasional minor digestive problems asks the nurse about herbal therapy. Which herbs would the nurse recommend?
 
  1. Tumeric
  2. Green tea
  3. Ginger
  4. Grape seed
  5. Stevia

Question 2

Which of the following herbal products would be of most concern if taken by a patient being treated for seizures?
 
  1. Feverfew
  2. Goldenseal
  3. Ginger
  4. Ginkgo


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jessofishing

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

Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Tumeric is used to reduce indigestion and dyspepsia.
Rationale 2: Green tea is used to decrease nausea and vomiting.
Rationale 3: Ginger is used to decrease nausea.
Rationale 4: Grape seed is an antioxidant.
Rationale 5: Stevia is a natural sweetener.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Of the listed herbs, ginkgo has the greatest potential for decreasing the effects of anticonvulsants.


mmm

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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