A Family Member Expresses Concern That a Patient Is Taking

question 11

Multiple Choice

A family member expresses concern that a patient is taking several herbal remedies and worries that they may be unsafe.The nurse will respond by saying that herbs

• A) are classified as medications by the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994.
• B) are regulated by the government and are determined to be safe.
• C) aren't usually effective but are generally harmless.
• D) should be discussed with the patient's provider in conjunction with other medications.

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