Keywords

botanicals, herbal medicines, herbal plants, herbal therapies

 

Authors

  1. O'Malley, Patricia PhD, RN, CCRN, CNS
  2. Trimble, Nancy PhD, RN, ANP
  3. Browning, Melissa MS, RN

Abstract

Nurses have a powerful opportunity to correct the current problems of poor provider-consumer communication, false information, and inadequate monitoring of outcomes and interactions related to herbal therapy. This article explores the current trends in herbal therapy as well as the benefits and risks. Potential tools that nurses can use in caring for patients who use herbal therapy are included.