A patient has been advised to add a nasal spray (an adrenergic decongestant) to treat a cold.What important information should the nurse tell the patient about the nasal spray?
A) Expect the effects to be delayed at least 1 week.
B) Limit use of this spray to 3 to 5 days.
C) Continue the spray until nasal stuffiness has resolved.
D) Avoid use of this spray if a fever develops.
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