Clients at a senior citizen center have asked the nurse to do a presentation on herbal preparations. Which statement would be included in the best plan by the nurse?

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Herbal preparations are not regulated by the FDA in the same way that prescription and over-the-counter medications are. Therefore, they can have potential drug interactions and side effects. It is important to view them as drugs and be aware of their potential risks. Option A implies that all herbal preparations are safe, which is not true. Option B is not always the case, as not all herbal preparations have been tested in a clinical setting. Option D is also true, but not the most comprehensive answer.

Clients at a Senior Citizen Center Have Asked the Nurse