Herbal and home therapies are commonly used in this pediatric population. An unexpectedly wide variety of products were reportedly given to this patient population. Caregivers reported limited knowledge regarding potential adverse medication interactions and side effects. Limited discussions with the child's primary health care provider were reported. It is therefore important for health care providers to have knowledge about herbal medications, to inquire about their use and to educate families about the risk/benefit as well as potential interactions these products may have with over-the-counter and prescription medications.

No abstract

No abstract

The third most common cause of dementia, this disease isn't well understood by many healthcare professionals. We give you the information you need.

Due to advances in healthcare and the older age of individuals with Down syndrome, it's becoming increasingly important for nurses to understand how to care for patients with this disorder.