A client who has a long-standing history of depression has been on a prescribed antidepressant for several months states that he has also been trying St. John's wort.. Which vital signs should the nurse be attentive to, for possible adverse effects?
1. Temperature
2. Respiratory rate
3. Oxygen saturation
4. Pulse rate
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: St. John's wort would not affect the hypothalmus.
Rationale 2: St. John's wort would not affect the respiratory system.
Rationale 3: St. John's wort would not affect the respiratory system.
Rationale 4: St. John's wort may potentiate antidepressant medications, causing severe agitation, nausea, confusion, and possible cardiac problems.
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