The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient with allergic rhinitis about potential triggers. Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dust
b. Topical lotion
c. Pet dander
d. Ragweed
e. Oral multivitamin
f. Penicillin
ANS: A, C, D
Allergic rhinitis causative antigens are environmental and airborne. Frequent home vacuuming and dusting are recommended.
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