Orthop Nurs. 1996 Mar-Apr; 15(2): 49-56.

Herbs: multicultural folk medicines.

Gray MA.

Pharmacology Review Course for Registered Nurses, County College of Morris, Randolph, New Jersey, USA.

Herbs have been used by man since antiquity for the prevention and treatment of illness. In the past few years, an increased interest in herbs seems to parallel the back-to-nature movement in the United States. While many herbs can be helpful, others pose potential threats. An examination of the cultural roots and general uses of herbs can prove helpful to the nurse conducting a patient interview.