Pharmacology Clear And Simple A Guide to Drug 2nd Edition By Watkins
Pharmacology Clear And Simple A Guide to Drug 2nd Edition By Watkins
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Chapter 21. Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
Complete Chapter Questions With Answers
Sample Questions Are Posted Below
Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
____ 1. An LPN is having a conversation with a client who is seeking acupuncture treatment for migraine headaches. The LPN is attempting to explain the Eastern philosophy of health and medicine. Which statement is best?
| A. | “The belief centers on the treatment of disease as a physiological disorder.” |
| B. | “It involves therapies that are complimentary to traditional Western medicine.” |
| C. | “Eastern medicine focuses on the body’s ability to heal itself.” |
| D. | “It is based on the principle that like cures like.” |
____ 2. While participating in a seminar, the LPN becomes engaged in a conversation related to insurance payment for complementary therapy and the use of herbal remedies. Which statement by participants in the conversation is most accurate?
| A. | “Herbs have been the basis of medications for thousands of years, so they will eventually be paid for by insurance companies; it will just take time.” |
| B. | “The Food and Drug Administration has set recommended daily allowances, so herbs are not defined as medications.” |
| C. | “There is very little scientific research for most herbs so the evidence to support effectiveness of therapy is limited.” |
| D. | “The Eastern philosophy of health and healing that drives medical treatment in the United States does not support the use of herbal remedies.” |
____ 3. When asked what type of natural product can be used for cuts and burns, the LPN would recommend which f the following?
| A. | Ginger |
| B. | Peppermint |
| C. | Rosemary |
| D. | Aloe vera |
____ 4. While working with a client who takes warfarin (Coumadin), the nurse would caution the client to avoid foods that are high in which of the following vitamins?
| A. | Vitamin A |
| B. | Vitamin K |
| C. | Vitamin E |
| D. | Vitamin C |
Answer Section
MULTIPLE CHOICE
TOP: Therapeutic Classification: Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
KEY: Application MSC: NCLEX Category: Basic Care and Comfort
NOT: See Vitamins, Minerals, Amino Acids and Lipids (p. 386): Eastern philosophy focuses on the body’s ability to heal itself. While some people use Eastern approaches to healing in a complimentary fashion, the philosophies themselves are different and many people in the world practice healing from a strictly Eastern viewpoint. Western philosophy believes disease is caused by a physiological disorder. Homeopathy is built on the principle that like cures like.
TOP: Therapeutic Classification: Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
KEY: Application MSC: NCLEX Category: Basic Care and Comfort
NOT: See Herbal Medicines (p. 384–385): Most herbs have had less scientific testing than modern drugs, which is the main reason insurance companies refuse to pay for many alternative therapies. The FDA has set recommended daily allowances for vitamins and minerals but does not regulate herbs. Western philosophy of health and medicine drives the medical system in the United States.
TOP: Therapeutic Classification: Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
KEY: Application MSC: NCLEX Category: Basic Care and Comfort
NOT: See Examples of Herbs and Possible Benefits, Table 21.1 (p. 385): Aloe vera is used to treat acne, burns, cuts, and shingles. Ginger and peppermint are both used as digestive aids. Rosemary is used to improve hair and decrease muscle tension.
TOP: Therapeutic Classification: Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
KEY: Application MSC: NCLEX Category: Basic Care and Comfort
NOT: See Fat and Water Soluble Vitamins Table, 21.2 (p. 387): Vitamin K is involved in the clotting cascade and dietary intake should not vary widely while clients are taking warfarin.
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