The nurse plans to teach a patient how to manage allergic rhinitis. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
a. Hand washing is the primary way to prevent spreading the condition to others.
b. Use of oral antihistamines for 2 weeks before the allergy season may prevent reactions.
c. Corticosteroid nasal sprays will reduce inflammation, but systemic effects limit their use.
d. Identification and avoidance of environmental triggers are the best way to avoid symptoms.
ANS: D
The most important intervention is to assist the patient in identifying and avoiding potential allergens. Intranasal corticosteroids (not oral antihistamines) should be started several weeks before the allergy season. Corticosteroid nasal sprays have minimal systemic absorption. Acute viral rhinitis (the common cold) can be prevented by washing hands.
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