The nurse is providing information about warfarin (Coumadin) to a client who takes herbal products. The nurse states, "Some herbs interfere with the effectiveness of warfarin. Do you take
A) echinacea?"
B) goldenseal?"
C) ginkgo biloba?"
D) tumeric?"
Ans: C
Ginkgo biloba is an herb that affects platelet function. As a result, it should not be used with warfarin.
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