A nurse discusses ginger root with a pregnant patient who asks about the risks and benefits of using ginger root to treat morning sickness during pregnancy. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "Ginger root can cause GI disturbance in high doses."
b. "Ginger root can decrease my risk of bleeding."
c. "Ginger root is effective in treating morning sickness."
d. "Ginger root may affect fetal sex hormones."
ANS: B
Ginger root can increase the risk of bleeding in patients taking other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. In high doses, it can cause GI disturbances. It has been shown to be effective in treating morning sickness. It may affect fetal sex hormones.
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