NCLEX PN Practice Test Practice Question

A client with allergic rhinitis has an order for a long-acting nasal spray that contains oxymetazoline. The client should be instructed to use the spray as directed to prevent:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Overuse of oxymetazoline can cause rebound nasal congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa). It does not typically cause bleeding, nasal polyps, or tinnitus.

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