The nurse is teaching patients in a senior center about complementary and alternative therapies. Which statement by a patient indicates understanding of the information the nurse has presented? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "I see now that ‘natural' doesn't really mean ‘safe,' and I should ask my health care provider about any supplements I want to take."
2. "I didn't realize some herbal supplements may be just as strong as a prescription drug. I will need to discuss any supplements I want to try with my doctor."
3. "I understand now that when I choose to use a natural product over a prescription medication, I could be delaying my recovery."
4. "It's good to know that herbs contain ingredients that are as powerful as a prescribed medication and are an option for safe and effective therapy."
5. "I'm allergic to many foods. It's good to know that because herbal products are natural, I don't have to worry about an allergic reaction."
1,2,3
Rationale 1: Many herbal products are not standardized and may contain dozens of active chemicals, many of which have not been identified and studied, making these products potentially unsafe.
Rationale 2: Some herbs contain active chemicals that are just as powerful as approved prescription medications.
Rationale 3: Any time a patient chooses to use an unproven alternative therapy instead of an established, effective medical treatment, healing may be delayed.
Rationale 4: Herbs may or may not be a safe option. The active ingredients can cause interactions with other prescribed drugs.
Rationale 5: It is not unusual for an herbal supplement to contain dozens of chemicals from the flowers, leaves, or roots of the plant. Patients who have food allergies should consult with their health provider before using any herbal product.
Global Rationale: Many herbal products are not standardized and may contain dozens of active chemicals, many of which have not been identified and studied, making these products potentially unsafe. Some herbs contain active chemicals that are just as powerful as approved prescription medications. Any time a patient chooses to use an unproven alternative therapy instead of an established, effective medical treatment, healing may be delayed. Herbs may or may not be a safe option. The active ingredients can cause interactions with other prescribed drugs. It is not unusual for an herbal supplement to contain dozens of chemicals from the flowers, leaves, or roots of the plant. Patients who have food allergies should consult with their health provider before using any herbal product.
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