The Nurse Is Counseling a Female Patient Who Reports Taking

The nurse is counseling a female patient who reports taking ginger to treat postoperative nausea. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

A) "I should experience immediate effects with this herb."
B) "Potential side effects include gas, bloating, and heartburn."
C) "I should take ginger with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to enhance its effects."
D) "If I develop gastrointestinal (GI) upset, I should stop taking ginger immediately."

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