A 50-year-old woman has a complex medical history that includes multiple sclerosis and type 2 diabetes. She has recently expressed interest in exploring alternative medications and herbal remedies
The nurse should follow up the woman's statement with what suggestion?
A) "It's best to try to separate your drugs from your supplements. Take your drugs in the morning and your supplements in the evening, or vice versa."
B) "Make sure you check with your care provider before you start taking any herbal remedies or dietary supplements."
C) "Natural remedies and dietary supplements are useful for people who enjoy good health, but they're dangerous for people who have an acute or chronic health problem."
D) "If you would prefer natural remedies over drugs, you may need to stop taking your medications for several days before starting to take natural remedies."
B
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