A Client Asks the Nurse If There Are Any Over-The-Counter

A client asks the nurse if there are any over-the-counter herbs or nonprescription medications that can be used to improve insomnia. Which response should the nurse provide the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A) "Ginger root is commonly taken to improve sleep."
B) "Ginkgo is an herb commonly taken to improve sleep."
C) "Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and doxylamine are over-the-counter meds sometimes taken to produce drowsiness."
D) "Valerian and melatonin are herbs commonly taken to improve sleep."
E) "Kava is an herb taken to improve sleep."