Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning the Regulation

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning the regulation of herbal therapies in Canada?

• A)Herbal remedies are harmless and do not cause side effects because they are natural plants.
• B)A natural health product that has been approved under the Canadian Food and Drugs Act will carry a Drug Identification Number (DIN)on its label.
• C)All herbal therapy manufacturers must follow strict quality control and manufacturing guidelines.
• D)There is no need to be concerned about concurrent use of herbal therapies and prescription or over-the-counter medications.

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Definitions:

ACTH

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol.

ADH

Antidiuretic Hormone, also known as vasopressin, a hormone released by the posterior part of the pituitary gland that conserves water in the body and regulates its balance.

TSH

Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, a pituitary gland hormone that regulates the production of hormones by the thyroid gland.

Red Pulp

A tissue in the spleen that filters unwanted materials from the blood and helps in the immune response.