The nurse is obtaining a health history from a 70-year-old patient. The patient states that, in addition to other medications and herbals supplements, he takes saw palmetto daily
For which of the following health problems does the nurse suspect the patient is using it?
a. Gastrointestinal (GI) upset
b. Insomnia
c. Enlarged prostate
d. Skin rash
ANS: C
Saw palmetto is frequently used to relieve urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH).
Saw palmetto is not used in the treatment of insomnia, GI upset, or skin rash.
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