The client with atherosclerosis tells the nurse, “I would really like to take herbs instead of medications for my atherosclerosis.” Which statement is the nurse’s best response? 1. “You should not...

The client with atherosclerosis tells the nurse, “I would really like to take herbs instead of medications for my atherosclerosis.” Which statement is the nurse’s best response?

1. “You should not take any herbs to treat your atherosclerosis.”

2. “Garlic has been shown to decrease the ‘stickiness’ of platelets.”

3. “Horehound has sometimes been used to decrease atherosclerosis.”

4. “Taking a baby aspirin daily helps to decrease atherosclerosis.”