Antihistamines and nasal decongestants

Janna Wong, a 16-year-old gymnast, is experiencing nasal congestion. She has been prescribed a combination of antihistamines and nasal decongestants. A number of antihistamines have anticholinergic effects. Think about the teaching points you will want to cover with Janna. As her nurse, you know that Janna is an active teenager. Describe important teaching points that should be included in developing a teaching plan for her. What imitations might these drugs have on her activity? What other Over-The-Counter Medications(OTC) products should she avoid?

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