A Nurse Discusses Ginger Root with a Pregnant Patient Who

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Multiple Choice

A nurse discusses ginger root with a pregnant patient who asks about the risks and benefits of using ginger root to treat morning sickness during pregnancy. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "Ginger root can cause GI disturbance in high doses."
• B) "Ginger root can decrease my risk of bleeding."
• C) "Ginger root is effective in treating morning sickness."
• D) "Ginger root may affect fetal sex hormones."

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