[Answered]: A 34-year-old patient presents to the clinic with…

A 34-year-old patient presents to the clinic with a 6-day history of an upper respiratory tract infection. She reports symptoms including a persistent cough, nasal congestion, sore throat, and a low-grade fever (100.2°F). The patient has no significant medical history, is not taking any medications, and has no known allergies. The healthcare provider recommends a treatment plan with a combination of over-the-counter medications that includes pseudoephedrine. Explain the rationale for including pseudoephedrine in the treatment plan.