A young mother tells you that her 6-month-old baby has a cough and that she is giving the baby an OTC cough and decongestant preparation. You teach this young mother:
1. that over-the-counter medication is safe for infants.
2. that these products are not safe for infants.
3. that these products are safe if given diluted.
4. that these products are safe in infants over 6 months.
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In 2007, the FDA announced that over-the-counter cold products should not be used in infants because they are unsafe.
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a. 7.5 days c. 20 days b. 32.5 days d. 10 days
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a. Dysplasia b. Hyperplasia c. Metaplasia d. Anaplasia
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