A child has had cold symptoms for more than 2 weeks,a headache,nasal congestion with purulent nasal drainage,facial tenderness,and a cough that increases during sleep.The nurse recognizes that these symptoms are characteristic of which respiratory condition?
A)Allergic rhinitis
B)Bronchitis
C)Asthma
D)Sinusitis

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Sinusitis is characterized by signs and symptoms of a cold that do not improve after 14 days,a low-grade fever,nasal congestion and purulent nasal discharge,headache,tenderness,a feeling of fullness over the affected sinuses,halitosis,and a cough that increases when the child is lying down.The classic symptoms of allergic rhinitis are watery rhinorrhea; itchy nose,eyes,ears,and palate; and sneezing.Symptoms occur as long as the child is exposed to the allergen.Bronchitis is characterized by a gradual onset of rhinitis and a cough that is initially nonproductive but may change to a loose cough.The manifestations of asthma may vary,with wheezing being a classic sign.The symptoms presented in the question do not suggest asthma.

A Child Has Had Cold Symptoms for More Than 2