The client asks the nurse about different herbal therapies that may pr

The client asks the nurse about different herbal therapies that may promote physical endurance and reduce stress. Based on the client’s request, the nurse provides information on:

1. Ginseng
2. Ginger
3. Echinacea
4. Chamomile

ANSWER

ANS: 1
Ginseng is believed to have an effect of increased physical endurance, balancing of the body, and increasing resistance to stress. Ginger is known for its effect as an antiemetic. Echinacea is known for stimulation of the immune system and as an antiinflammatory and antibacterial agent. Chamomile is believed to have an antiinflammatory, antispasmodic, and antiinfective effect.