A Patient Is Considering Taking Oral Aloe Supplements and Asks

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient is considering taking oral aloe supplements and asks the nurse about potential problems with this therapy. Which statement by the nurse is correct?

• A) "Aloe is not taken orally; it is only used topically to aid in wound healing."
• B) "Aloe is used by some to treat constipation; it may cause diarrhea."
• C) "This is a safe herbal supplement, with no known drug interactions."
• D) "This is a safe herbal supplement, with no known adverse effects."

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