A Patient Says, "My Nose Is Always Congested, and It

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient says, "My nose is always congested, and it just seems to get worse with the nasal spray I've been using." The nurse realizes that this patient is describing which situation?

• A) Incorrect administration of the nasal spray
• B) An acute sinus infection that needs to be treated with antibiotics
• C) Side effect of the nasal spray
• D) Rebound nasal congestion

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