A 30-year-old woman with two preschoolers has sought the nurse's advice because she has heard conflicting reports about the safety and efficacy of cough and cold products in young children. The nurse should inform the woman that
A) cough and cold remedies are generally safe and effective for children over the age of 2.
B) there are concerns among health professionals about how safe and effective these medications are.
C) media reports about the risks of cough and cold medications in children have greatly exaggerated the risks.
D) it is imperative to use age-specific preparations of cough and cold remedies.
B
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Certain organizations have expressed caution about the use of pseudoephedrine in young children. The use of age-specific preparations does not guarantee safety or effectiveness.
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