The client is being treated with a thiazide diuretic. He tells the nurse that he is interested in using herbal preparations and frequently self-medicates with ginkgo. The nurse's most appropriate response to this information is:
A) "Ginkgo can be effectively used with a thiazide diuretic since it decreases blood pressure."
B) "Ginkgo can be used with a thiazide diuretic since it prolongs medication's action."
C) "Ginkgo should not be used with a thiazide diuretic since it increases blood pressure."
D) "Ginkgo should not be used with a thiazide diuretic since it may cause toxicity."
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