[Verified Answer]: A patient presents with a history of mild…

A patient presents with a history of mild frontal sinus pressure, sneezing, headache, nasal congestion, and clear nasal discharge. She denies fevers or purulent nasal discharge. She has not taken any medications for these symptoms. She states she “always has sinus issues,” especially during the pollen season. She is requesting a prescription for antibiotics because this is the only thing that “helps” her with her symptoms, which last about one month. She has no other significant health history. The NP exam confirms her complaints. Select the most appropriate treatment. Augmentin 875mg BID x 10 days, educating her to take the full regimen Symptom management including nasal saline irrigation, nasal steroid spray, and antihistamines Reassure the patient that her symptoms are not caused by a bacterial infection, and that antibiotics are not indicated at this time B and C