During an initial health assessment interview with Mrs. Andersen, the nurse learns that she is taking warfarin (Coumadin) for a history of deep vein thromboses. Later, she states that she takes several herbal preparations
Which of the following herbal preparations would the nurse caution her to avoid? (Select all that apply.) A. Ginkgo biloba
B. Echinacea
C. Garlic
D. Ginseng
E. Saw palmetto
A, D
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba and ginseng may increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin. Garlic may cause bleeding if used with antiplatelet agents, and St. John's wort has no known impact on blood clotting or antiplatelet activity.
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