The nurse notes that the client’s blood pressure is substantially high

The nurse notes that the client’s blood pressure is substantially higher than it was on their last annual checkup. On questioning, the nurse learns that the client has been taking herbal therapy.

The nurse understand that which of the following herbs is a central nervous stimulant that can cause a rise in blood pressure?
1. Calamus
2. Ginseng
3. Feverfew
4. Ephedra

ANSWER

ANS: 4
Ephedra is a central nervous stimulant.