The client has a history of gastrointestinal problems and has used her

The client has a history of gastrointestinal problems and has used herbal remedies in the past. The nurse expects that this client will be taking:

1. Chamomile
2. St. John’s wort
3. Echinacea
4. Ginkgo biloba

ANSWER

ANS: 1
Chamomile is used for inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal and upper respiratory tracts, and for gastrointestinal spasms. It may also be used to treat infections and inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes. St. John’s wort is used to treat mild to moderate depression and viral infections, and to aid wound healing. Echinacea is used to treat upper respiratory tract in-fections and allergic rhinitis, and to aid wound healing. Ginkgo biloba has been used for many health conditions including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, eye disease, heart disease, poor circu-lation, varicose veins, anxiety, and age-related diseases.