A client has been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis. Which symptoms would the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
1. Nasal congestion
2. Wheezing
3. Watery eyes
4. Sneezing
5. Urticaria
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Allergic rhinitis is a common disorder affecting millions of people annually. Symptoms resemble those of the common cold: tearing eyes, sneezing, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, and itching of the throat.
Rationale 2: Wheezing is incorrect because it is not a symptom of allergic rhinitis.
Rationale 3: Allergic rhinitis is a common disorder affecting millions of people annually. Symptoms resemble those of the common cold: tearing eyes, sneezing, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, and itching of the throat.
Rationale 4: Allergic rhinitis is a common disorder affecting millions of people annually. Symptoms resemble those of the common cold: tearing eyes, sneezing, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, and itching of the throat.
Rationale 5: Urticaria is incorrect because it is not a symptom of allergic rhinitis.
Global Rationale: Allergic rhinitis is a common disorder affecting millions of people annually. Symptoms resemble those of the common cold: tearing eyes, sneezing, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, and itching of the throat. Wheezing is incorrect because it is not a symptom of allergic rhinitis. Urticaria is incorrect because it is not a symptom of allergic rhinitis.
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