A client undergoing chemotherapy treatment for lung cancer drinks ginger tea to help manage the resulting nausea. Which of the following medications should the nurse review for interactions?
1. Loop diuretics
2. Anticoagulants
3. Antidepressants
4. Antihypertensives
ANS: 2
Ginger interacts with warfarin and other blood thinners, aspirin, and NSAIDs. The remaining op-tions reflect interactions with chamomile, aloe, and licorice.
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