The nurse discusses management of upper respiratory infections (URI) with a patient who has acute sinusitis. Which statement by the patient indicates that additional teaching is needed?
a. "I can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) to treat my discomfort."
b. "I will drink lots of juices and other fluids to stay well hydrated."
c. "I can use my nasal decongestant spray until the congestion is all gone."
d. "I will watch for changes in nasal secretions or the sputum that I cough up."
ANS: C
The nurse should clarify that nasal decongestant sprays should be used for no more than 3 days to prevent rebound vasodilation and congestion. The other responses indicate that the teaching has been effective.
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