A client is in the family practice clinic reporting a severe "cold" that started 4 days ago.On examination,the nurse notes the client also has a severe headache and muscle aches.What action by the nurse is best?

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Sneezing and coughing into one's sleeve helps prevent the spread of upper respiratory infections.The client does have manifestations of the flu (influenza),but it is too late to start antiviral medications; to be effective,they must be started within 24 to 48 hours of symptom onset.The client does not need hospital admission.The client should be instructed to have a flu vaccination,but now that he or she has the flu,vaccination will have to wait until next year.

A Client Is in the Family Practice Clinic Reporting a Severe