Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has hypertension and inquires if there is a herbal supplement that can be used to help lower blood pressure. The nurse should identify which of the following herbal supplements the client can use to help lower blood pressure?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
GarlicÔÇÖs allicin relaxes blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, supported by studies in hypertension. Probiotics aid gut health, ginger has weaker evidence, and valerian treats insomniaÔÇönot BP. Garlic is the strongest evidence-based option.