A person says, 'My nose is always congested and it just seems to get worse with the nasal spray I've been using.' What does the nurse realise that this person is describing?

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The person is experiencing rebound nasal congestion which can occur with overuse of nasal sprays. The person should be advised to stop using the spray for a few days and then switch to a saline nasal spray to help with congestion. If symptoms persist or worsen, further evaluation may be needed to rule out other underlying conditions.

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