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A patient asks the nurse about alternative and complementary therapies that she might consider in place of hormone replacement therapy after menopause. The nurse would give the patient information about which of the following herbal supplements? Select all that apply.
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1. black cohosh
2. ginseng
3. ginger
4. flaxseed
5. St. John’s Wort
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Answer.

1 Rightwards Arrow black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa). This is a popular supplement to treat hot flashes, palpitations, irritability (short-term menopausal symptoms; short-term use is recommended)

2 Rightwards Arrow Ginseng. A recent study demonstrate its effectiveness with symptoms of menopause http://www.womensmentalhealth.org/red-ginseng-may-help-with-menopausal-symptoms-but-is-it-a-good-choice-for-all-women/

3 Rightwards Arrow Ginger also help with menopausal symptoms. More information in this website
http://www.livestrong.com/article/290598-menopause-ginger/

4 Rightwards Arrow Flaxseed is also used against menopause effects. More information here
http://www.livestrong.com/article/259342-flaxseed-for-menopause/

5 Rightwards Arrow St. John´s wort have been used to treat psychological and vegetative symptoms of menopause. More information here.....http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10623319

So, the nurse should provide information about all these herbal remedies.
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Thank you!!
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