NR 508 Week 5 Quiz, Chamberlain College of Nursing, Latest Version, A Grade, Verified Answer

Submitted Sep 25 at 5:33pm Question 1 0 / 0 pts The primary care NP sees a patient who has a 1-week history of nasal congestion; red, watery eyes; cough; and a temperature ranging from 99.1° F to 100.5° F. The NP notes thin, white nasal discharge and an erythematous oropharynx without swelling or exudates. The NP should: Correct! reassure the patient that this is likely a viral infection. obtain a nasal culture and consider antibiotic therapy. prescribe antiviral medications ...