A client asks the nurse what a botanical or herb is. Which reply by the nurse is most appropriate?
1. "Any plant that is used to supplement diet only."
2. "Any plant that can be made into a tea."
3. "Any plant product that does not cause a skin reaction."
4. "Any plant product with useful application."
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: There are many uses for herbs, not just to supplement diet.
Rationale 2: There are many different herbal or botanical preparations, including tablets, teas, and ointments.
Rationale 3: A botanical or herb can cause a skin reaction in some clients but can still have a useful application for other clients.
Rationale 4: Any plant product with useful application is a botanical or herb.
Global Rationale: Any plant product with useful application is a botanical or herb. There are many uses for herbs, not just to supplement diet. There are many different herbal or botanical preparations, including tablets, teas, and ointments. A botanical or herb can cause a skin reaction in some clients but can still have a useful application for other clients.
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