A parent asks an NP which over-the-counter medication would be best to give to a 5-year-old child who has a viral respiratory illness with nasal congestion and a cough.The NP should recommend which of the following?

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Nonpharmacologic treatments are recommended for children younger than 6 years.Adequate hydration can decrease cough,thin secretions,and hydrate tissues.A teaspoon of honey has been shown to be effective in reducing cough in small children.Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that dries nasal secretions but does not aid in decongestion.Sudafed and Robitussin are not recommended in children younger than 6 years.

A Parent Asks an NP Which Over-The-Counter Medication Would Be