When teaching clients taking decongestants and antihistamines, the nurse should instruct the clients to:
a. use topical decongestants immediately after meals.
b. not use both OTC (over-the-counter) and prescription medications for allergic rhinitis.
c. avoid taking a flu shot.
d. drink at least three liters of fluids/day.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: Topical decongestants should be taken 20 minutes before meals.
B Incorrect: If under the direction of a health care provider, clients may take both.
C Incorrect: Each client should discuss this with the individual's health care provider.
D Correct: Unless contraindicated by a coexisting medical condition, clients should drink at least 3,000 mL of fluid/day when taking decongestants and antihistamine medications.
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