A patient tells the nurse that she has been taking melatonin every day.The nurse would ask questions about which of the following during assessment,to evaluate the effectiveness of this herb for its intended use?

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Melatonin is commonly used as a sleep aid, so asking about the patient's sleep habits would be the most appropriate way to evaluate the effectiveness of the herb for its intended use. Glucose levels, bruising or bleeding tendencies, and bowel habits are not directly related to the use of melatonin as a sleep aid.

A Patient Tells the Nurse That She Has Been Taking