What should the nurse remind a parent who is considering homeopathic remedies for treatment of her child's asthma?
a. Should be drunk with large amounts of fluid
b. Can be taken with traditional Western medications
c. Can be enhanced by drinking hot tea
d. May contain mercury, alcohol, or arsenic
ANS: D
Homeopathic remedies often contain mercury, alcohol, or arsenic and are taken sublingually. All Western medications should be stopped when the homeopathic therapy is begun. Caffeine drinks are to be avoided during homeopathic treatment.
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