The client tells the nurse that he or she plans to take St. John's wort to treat his or her depression. What is the best response by the nurse?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "That should be fine as long as you are not suicidal."
B. "St. John's wort is successfully used in Europe for minor depression."
C. "It would be a good idea to try this before paying for a prescription medication."
D. "It would be better to have a psychiatric assessment first."
E. "Herbal preparations can interact with many other medications."
Answer:
D. "It would be better to have a psychiatric assessment first."
E. "Herbal preparations can interact with many other medications."
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