The nurse teaches the client about the difference between oral and nasal decongestants. The nurse evaluates that learning has been effective when the client makes which statement?
1. "Oral decongestants can cause hypertension."
2. "Intranasal decongestants are safe to use for a month, if needed."
3. "Oral and nasal decongestants can cause rebound congestion."
4. "Oral decongestants are the most effective at relieving severe congestion."
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: One of the side effects of oral decongestants is hypertension.
Rationale 2: Intranasal decongestants should not be used for longer than 3 to 5 days.
Rationale 3: Oral decongestants do not cause rebound congestion; nasal decongestants can cause rebound congestion.
Rationale 4: Intranasal, not oral, decongestants are the most effective at relieving severe congestion.
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