Nasal discharge of green-yellow mucus, pharyngitis, and otitis media commonly indicate:
A. Allergic rhinitis
B. Viral infection
C. Bacterial infection
D. Nasal polyps
ANS: C
Nasal discharge should be assessed for its amount and color as well as any associated symptoms. Clear, profuse discharge is allergic in nature; yellow-green purulent discharge indicates bacterial infection.
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