Which patient(s)would be able to take an alpha-adrenergic decongestant safely?(Select all that apply.)

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A 24-year-old woman with allergic rhinitis and an 18-year-old man with cold symptoms should be able to take an alpha-adrenergic decongestant safely.Alpha-adrenergic decongestants will stimulate alpha receptors throughout the body.Therefore,oral therapy should be prescribed with caution in patients with a history of cardiac disease,intraocular pressure,or prostatic hypertrophy.

Which Patient(s)would Be Able to Take an Alpha-Adrenergic Decongestant Safely?(Select