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Question 90 Mr. Cortez is a 41-year-old male with a long history of chronic allergic rhinitis. He has not
had health insurance for most of his adult life. so he has self-treated his nasal symptoms
with a combination of over-the-counter agents including antihistamines, decongestants,
and nasal sprays. He recently obtained coverage under the Affordable Care Act and
presents more regularly for care of his chronic nasal symptoms; he cannot go longer
than a few hours without using his nasal spray. The nasal mucosa is edematous and
hyperemic on inspection. The AGACNP know that this patient suffers from: A.Chronic sinusitis B. Rhinitis medicamentosa C. Adverse drug effect
D. Psychological dependence