A 13-year-old child comes to the clinic with a four-day history of cough, low-grade fever, and rhinorrhea. When she blows her nose or coughs the mucous is greenish-yellow. The appropriate treatment would be:

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The symptoms described (cough, low-grade fever, rhinorrhea, and greenish-yellow mucous) are indicative of a viral upper respiratory infection (URI), which is common in children. Antibiotics are not recommended for viral infections because they are ineffective against viruses and their unnecessary use can contribute to antibiotic resistance. The appropriate treatment is symptomatic care, which includes rest, hydration, and over-the-counter remedies to relieve symptoms.

A 13-Year-Old Child Comes to the Clinic with a Four-Day