A 32-year-old man who is otherwise healthy comes to the office because of mildly productive cough for the past five days. Physical examination shows mild scattered rhonchi. He is diagnosed with acute bronchitis. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for this patient's condition?
a. adequate hydration
b. corticosteroids
c. empiric abx
d. ipratroprium bromide
e. short acting beta agonist
Answer: a. adequate hydration
Adequate hydration promotes mucus secretion, and helps the patient clear excess mucus production. Cough suppressants or expectorants may also be helpful.
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