The clinic nurse is giving discharge instructions to the mother of a 12-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with a mild cold.Which statements by the mother demonstrate knowledge of care? (Select all that apply.)

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Citrus juices and zinc lozenges are helpful in limiting the duration and severity of a cold.Hand hygiene helps prevent the spread of the virus.Antibiotics are not used for colds (because colds are viral in etiology)unless a secondary infection is present or there is an increased risk for a secondary infection.Aspirin should not be given to children under age 12 due an increased risk for Reye's syndrome.

The Clinic Nurse Is Giving Discharge Instructions to the Mother