Herbs Nutraceuticals and Supplements(Hns) I

(3 Credits)

This course will introduce nursing and other health professional students to the scientific, regulatory and practice issues related to herbs, students to the scientific, regulatory and practice issues related to herbs, nutraceuticals and supplements (HNS). The use of HNS and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is typically a self-initiated process rather than practitioner initiated, presenting unique challenges interms of safety and regulatory issues to both consumers and practitioners. This course will provide students with the foundation to communicate and to advise patients in a culturally sensitive manner, on the appropriate use of HNS.