A patient experiencing occasional minor digestive problems asks the nurse about herbal therapy. Which herbs would the nurse recommend?
1. Tumeric
2. Green tea
3. Ginger
4. Grape seed
5. Stevia
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Tumeric is used to reduce indigestion and dyspepsia.
Rationale 2: Green tea is used to decrease nausea and vomiting.
Rationale 3: Ginger is used to decrease nausea.
Rationale 4: Grape seed is an antioxidant.
Rationale 5: Stevia is a natural sweetener.
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