During a health history the nurse learns that a patient experiences several head colds each year. What teaching should the nurse consider providing to this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. Limit physical stress.
2. Avoid getting chilled.
3. Stay away from crowds.
4. Stay indoors when it rains.
5. Frequently wash the hands.
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 5
Patients can limit their incidence of acute viral URI by frequent hand washing and avoiding exposure to crowds. The patient should be instructed that becoming chilled and going out in the rain do not cause colds and that URIs are more likely to occur during periods of physical stress.
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