Herbal Medications Used to Ameliorate Cardiac Conditions

This article increases provider awareness of certain herbs and their potential use by clients, as well as their impact on the cardiovascular system. It is important for the advanced practice nurse to collect information related to herb use during history retrieval. This information should prompt the nurse to discuss possible benefits and side effects that may occur taking herbs in isolation or in combination with cardiovascular prescription medications.
Source: Nursing Clinics of North America - Category: Nursing Authors: Source Type: research