A parent of a teething child asks for guidance on nonpharmacological treatments for gum pain. What herbal preparation can the nurse suggest?
A.
Aloe vera
B.
Chamomile
C.
Echinacea
D.
Tea tree oil
ANS: B
Chamomile is used for the pain of teething, colic, and stomach aches. Aloe vera is used orally for constipation and topically for minor skin irritation. Echinacea is used for colds, fever, and inflammation of the mouth and pharynx. Tea tree oil is a topical treatment for skin infections.
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