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Rhinitis%20-%20allergic%20(pediatric) Patient Education
Patient Education
- Provide general information about the disease and available treatments
- Manage the patient’s and caregiver’s expectations from therapy and explain that a complete cure may not be possible
- Provide educational materials as necessary
- Educate both patient and caregiver about the proper use and timing of medications especially during times when allergen exposure is unavoidable
- Possible side effects should also be advised
- Concomitant medications should also be reviewed to determine if the patient is taking drugs that may cause oral or nasal dryness
- Educate the caregiver and the patient, if possible, about the complications of allergic rhinitis (eg otitis media and chronic sinusitis)
