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Travis Jones
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The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking garlic for high cholesterol.Which assessment finding puts the patient at high risk for an adverse reaction?

A) The patient is training for a marathon.
B) The patient is severely allergic to beestings.
C) The patient takes enoxaparin daily.
D) The patient has a history of hypothyroid disease.

Enoxaparin

A medication used as an anticoagulant to prevent and treat blood clots, often administered via injection.

Garlic

A plant known for its strong aroma and flavor, commonly used in cooking, and also for its potential health benefits including antimicrobial and cardiovascular effects.

Hypothyroid Disease

A medical condition characterized by insufficient production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance.

  • Identify interactions and contraindications between supplements/herbs and other conditions or medications.
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