Aclient who develops frequent upper respiratory infections (URIs) asks the nurse whether any herbal therapies might help. Which of the following should the nurse discuss with this client?
A)Ginger
B)Echinacea
C)Ginkgo biloba
D)St. John's wort

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Echinacea may have some benefit in reducing the incidence and duration of the common cold. Ginkgo biloba, ginger, and St. John's wort are useful for other conditions, but they would not be helpful for this client.

Aclient Who Develops Frequent Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs) Asks the Nurse