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tatyanajohnson

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse is counseling a female patient who reports taking feverfew to treat premenstrual syndrome and migraines. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. I should experience immediate effects with this herb.
  b. I should not take feverfew if I get pregnant.
  c. I should take feverfew with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to enhance its effects.
  d. If I develop gastrointestinal (GI) upset, I should stop taking feverfew immediately.

Question 2

A patient who has HIV asks the nurse about taking echinacea to improve immune function. What will the nurse tell this patient?
 
  a. The root extract is useful for treating upper respiratory and urinary tract infections.
  b. This use is currently being studied in patients who have HIV.
  c. Use it as needed when antibiotics fail to treat your infections.
  d. You may use it safely up to 8 weeks at a time as a preventive medication.


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

ANS: B
Feverfew should be avoided during pregnancy. Patients may not experience effects for 4 to 6 weeks. Patients should not take feverfew with NSAIDs without consulting the provider. Discontinuing feverfew abruptly can cause rebound headache.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The use of echinacea to stimulate the immune system of patients with HIV is being investigated, but its use is currently not recommended.


tatyanajohnson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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