During the assessment of the medication history for a client with an enlarged prostate, the nurse would inquire about the use of:
1. Saw palmetto.
2. Fish oil.
3. Ginko.
4. Green tea.
Saw palmetto.
Rationale: Saw palmetto is the herbal supplement used to treat clients with an enlarged prostate gland. The other herbal remedies are not indicated for clients with prostate enlargement.
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