A nurse is caring for a patient who has allergic rhinitis. What intervention would be most likely to help the patient meet the goal of improved breathing pattern?
A) Teach the patient to take deep breaths and cough frequently.
B) Use antihistamines daily throughout the year.
C) Teach the patient to seek medical attention at the first sign of an allergic reaction.
D) Modify the environment to reduce the severity of allergic symptoms.
Ans: D
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The patient is instructed and assisted to modify the environment to reduce the severity of allergic symptoms or to prevent their occurrence. Deep breathing and coughing are not indicated unless an infection is present. Anaphylaxis requires prompt medical attention, but a minority of allergic reactions are anaphylaxis. Overuse of antihistamines reduces their effectiveness.
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