The Nurse Prepares to Teach Patients About the Safety and Efficacy

The nurse prepares to teach patients about the safety and efficacy of herbal preparations. Which statement would be included in the best plan by the nurse?

A) "Herbal preparations must be tested for safety and efficacy prior to marketing."
B) "The label on the herbal preparation is required by the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) to be accurate."
C) "Herbal preparations have to meet the same safety and efficacy standards as prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs."
D) "The manufacturer does not have to prove the safety or efficacy of the herbal preparation."