A Client Taking a Protease Inhibitor Has a Detectable HIV

A client taking a protease inhibitor has a detectable HIV viral load and reports taking St. John's wort to help with feelings of depression. What should the nurse explain about St. John's wort?

A) It can be used in small amounts with few side effects
B) It is a natural product which rarely have adverse effects
C) It causes decreased absorption of protease inhibitors and should be avoided
D) It has been reported to be helpful with depression and is better than taking chemicals

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