A client is taking warfarin (Coumadin) and asks the nurse if taking St. John's wort is acceptable. What response by the nurse is best?
a. "No, it may interfere with the warfarin."
b. "There isn't any information about that."
c. "Why would you want to take that?"
d. "Yes, it is a good supplement for you."
ANS: A
Many foods and drugs interfere with warfarin, St. John's wort being one of them. The nurse should advise the client against taking it. The other answers are not accurate.
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