A patient with inflammatory arthritis asks about adding an anti-inflammatory herb to the medication regimen to decrease the use of prescription drugs. The nurse suggests the patient discuss the efficacy of which herbs with the health care provider?
1. Tumeric
2. St. John's wort
3. Ginger
4. Ginseng
5. Bilberry
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Tumeric is used to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 2: St. John's wort is believed to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 3: Ginger is thought to reduce inflammation.
Rationale 4: Ginseng is used to enhance the immune system.
Rationale 5: Bilberry is an antioxidant.
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