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Preoperative considerations with herbal medicines

J M Murphy1

  • 1Children's Hospital, Boston, USA.

AORN Journal
|February 5, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Patients increasingly use herbal remedies, which can interact with medications. Nurses must assess herbal use during preoperative evaluations to ensure patient safety and provide necessary counseling.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Patient Safety

Background:

  • Growing patient use of herbal remedies necessitates clinical attention.
  • Herbal products can possess potent pharmacological effects.
  • Understanding herb-drug interactions is crucial for healthcare providers.

Observation:

  • Patients frequently use herbal remedies without disclosing them to healthcare providers.
  • Certain herbs pose significant risks, especially in the perioperative setting.
  • Nurses play a key role in identifying and managing herbal product use.

Findings:

  • Herbal remedies can interact with or potentiate prescribed medications.
  • Some herbs are contraindicated before elective surgery due to safety concerns.
  • Perioperative healthcare professionals require knowledge of common herbal preparations.

Implications:

  • Preoperative assessments must include thorough inquiries about herbal remedy consumption.
  • Healthcare providers should educate patients on the risks and benefits of herbal products.
  • Integrating knowledge of herbal medicine into nursing practice enhances patient safety and care outcomes.

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