Prior to Taking an Herbal Supplement That Claims to Increase

question 67

Multiple Choice

Prior to taking an herbal supplement that claims to increase muscle mass, Jermaine should consult all the following EXCEPT

• A) his personal trainer at the gym.
• B) the NCCAM website
• C) the Cochrane Collaboration's review on CAM.
• D) his physician.

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Definitions:

Jugular Venous Pulsations

Observable pulsations of the jugular vein in the neck, used clinically to assess central venous pressure and heart function.

Sternal Angle

Also known as the Angle of Louis, it is the anatomical landmark formed by the junction between the manubrium and the body of the sternum, important in thoracic surgery and medicine.

Heart Failure

A chronic condition where the heart muscle is unable to pump blood as well as it should, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath and fluid build-up.

Percussion of Heart

A diagnostic procedure where the chest is tapped lightly to determine the size and borders of the heart by the sounds produced.