A child with allergic rhinitis is prescribed a nasal antihistamine spray. When advising the parents about the use of the sprays, what should the nurse explain about the rebound phenomenon?

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Review with the parents that if nasal antihistamine sprays are given for more than 3 days, a rebound effect can occur. The nasal mucosa becomes more edematous rather than less edematous, and symptoms will appear to worsen rather than improve. The rebound phenomenon does not cause a permanent increase in nasal secretions, reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus, or a decrease in histamine release after an initial increase.

A Child with Allergic Rhinitis Is Prescribed a Nasal Antihistamine