The nurse is teaching a class on herbal supplements. In an attempt to evaluate the class's understanding, the nurse asks questions and invites discussion
Which of the following statements by a member of the class best demonstrates understanding? "The herbal supplement label may
a. claim that the product can be used to prevent or diagnose disease."
b. include the term ‘antiseptic' on the product label."
c. indicate that the product may be used to treat diseases."
d. suggest benefits but must avoid overt claims of benefits."
ANS: C
Herbal labels may suggest benefits, but they cannot make overt claims of benefits.
Herbal supplement labels cannot claim that they are used to prevent, diagnose, or treat disease.
The term "antiseptic" cannot be used on the label.
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