The nurse is planning care for a patient with viral laryngitis. What should the nurse include when teaching the patient about care for this condition?
Select all that apply.
1. Avoid all tobacco.
2. Do not use the voice.
3. Avoid ingesting alcohol.
4. Take all antibiotics as prescribed.
5. Spray the throat with antiseptic solution as prescribed.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
There is no specific treatment for viral laryngitis. Voice rest is advised, as is abstinence from tobacco and alcohol, which are chemical irritants. Treatment may also include spraying the throat with antiseptic solutions. Antibiotics are not prescribed.
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