Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
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Which of the following herbal supplements pose an increased risk for bleeding in surgical clients and should be discontinued prior to major surgery? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
B,C,D
Rationale
Garlic (B), ginger (C), and ginkgo biloba (D) have antiplatelet effects, increasing bleeding risk. Black cohosh (A) and hawthorn (E) do not significantly affect bleeding.