A nurse is conducting a class for a local community group about herbal agents. Which of the following would the nurse include as being effective against fungal skin infections? Select all that apply
A) Tea tree oil
B) Gingko biloba
C) Valerian root
D) Fever few
E) Garlic
Ans: A, E
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Tea tree oil and garlic are two herbs that researchers have identified as having antifungal properties to treat skin infections.
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