A Patient Has Been Advised to Add a Nasal Spray

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has been advised to add a nasal spray (an adrenergic decongestant) to treat a cold. The nurse will include which instruction?

• A) "You won't see effects for at least 1 week."
• B) "Limit use of this spray to 3 to 5 days."
• C) "Continue the spray until nasal stuffiness has resolved."
• D) "Avoid use of this spray if a fever develops."

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