Exam 19: Dietary Supplements in Complementary Care

A client is prescribed anticoagulant medication for an acute health problem. For which reason should the nurse assess the client's use of dietary supplements?

The nurse prepares to assess a client. Which question should the nurse use to assess for dietary supplement use?

A client reports vomiting after taking several doses of chitosan. Which type of allergy might this client be demonstrating by the response after taking this dietary supplement?

A client reports taking "all natural" echinacea daily to prevent colds and the flu. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

A client seeks medical attention for symptoms of an allergic response to ragweed. The use of which dietary supplement should the nurse specifically ask about since it may cause the same symptoms? (Select all that apply.)

A client reports taking licorice root to help with hot flashes caused by menopause. Which assessment finding should the nurse consider as being caused by this dietary supplement? (Select all that apply.)

A client prefers to use dietary supplements to treat health problems instead of medications containing chemicals. What should the nurse explain about the role of the federal government regarding the safety of dietary supplements?

A client will be starting anticoagulant therapy. Which dietary supplement should the nurse instruct this client to avoid?

A client reports not taking any dietary supplements but later says that glucosamine is taken three times a day for arthritis pain. What should the nurse respond to this client?

A client is planning to take a dietary supplement believed to prevent the development of respiratory illnesses. Which statement should the nurse assess for when examining the dietary supplement?

A client reports taking a dietary supplement that is considered "natural." What should the nurse include when responding to this client?

The nurse prepares to assess a client's medication history. Why should the nurse ask about the use of common supplements?

A client experiencing hot flashes from menopause wants to take an all-natural dietary supplement but wonders if the healthcare provider should be consulted first. What should the nurse respond to this client?

A client plans to start taking dietary supplements to help with health problems. What should the nurse emphasize about the control of dietary supplements?

A client with a history of allergies to environmental allergens wants to start taking echinacea. For which allergy should the nurse counsel the client to avoid taking this dietary supplement?

A client reports a stuffy head and lung congestion after drinking chamomile tea. What should the nurse respond to the client after learning of the new symptoms?

A client who is HIV positive plans to start using dietary supplements to improve health. Which supplement should the nurse instruct this client to avoid?