Question

A patient states that an herb is safe and effective because it contains the standard amount of extract.

Which response should the nurse make?

a."You are correct, an herb contains the standard amount of extract."
b.You cannot assume the safety or efficacy because there is no single standard way of measuring either aspect."
c."You can assume the safety or efficacy because there is a standard way of measuring both."
d."You can be assured of the safety, because of the standards required by the Food and Drug Administration."

Answer 1

The nurse should respond with option b. 'You cannot assume the safety or efficacy because there is no single standard way of measuring either aspect.'

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should respond with option b. 'You cannot assume the safety or efficacy because there is no single standard way of measuring either aspect.' Even if an herb contains a standard amount of extract, this does not guarantee its safety or efficacy. Safety and efficacy are complex and multifactorial factors that require rigorous testing and evaluation.