A patient says, "My nose is always congested and it just seems to get worse with the nasal spray I've been using." The nurse realizes that this patient is describing which of the following?

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The patient is likely experiencing rebound nasal congestion due to overuse of the nasal spray, which can paradoxically worsen nasal congestion instead of improving it. The nurse should educate the patient on proper use of the nasal spray and discuss alternative treatment options. An acute sinus infection would likely have additional symptoms and require further evaluation. A side effect of the nasal spray would not typically cause persistent nasal congestion.

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