A client begins antidepressant therapy and asks a nurse whether she can continue taking St. John's wort. Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
A) "You shouldn't use these medications at the same time because they interact with one another."
B) "Your doctor can tell you if you can use it while taking antidepressants."
C) "Because it's an over-the-counter product, there shouldn't be any adverse reactions."
D) "St. John's wort has not been shown to be effective in the treatment of depression, so taking it is unnecessary."
A
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