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In a patient who develops conjunctivitis along with symptoms of a cold, such as erythema in one eye, excessive watery discharge, enlarged anterior cervical lymph nodes, and a fever, what treatment is recommended?

What initial treatment will the provider suggest for an adult patient with a history of recurrent sinusitis and allergic rhinitis who presents with chronic tearing in one eye, ocular discharge, and eyelid crusting, and is suspected to have nasolacrimal duct obstruction?

In an adult experiencing a persistent cough accompanied by episodes of wheezing and shortness of breath, after ruling out infection, upper respiratory issues, and gastroesophageal causes through chest radiography and other tests, which initial test will the provider order to assess the likelihood of asthma as the underlying cause for these symptoms?

Which of the following clinical findings are concerning in a patient with acute bronchospasm that necessitates prompt treatment? (Select all that apply).

A school-age child has had five episodes of tonsillitis in the past year and two episodes the previous year. The child’s parent asks the provider if the child needs a tonsillectomy. What should the provider tell this parent?

A patient complains of painful oral lesions 72 hours after feeling pain and tingling in the mouth. The nurse practitioner notes ulcerative and vesicular lesions on the buccal mucosa. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Which diagnostic test will the healthcare provider request to confirm the diagnosis in a patient who complains of experiencing shortness of breath during physical activity and demonstrates heightened effort in breathing during prolonged exhales?

A patient who is planning international travel to a developing country asks the provider about vaccinations. Which is true about pre-travel vaccines?

A patient expresses concern about contracting West Nile virus (WNV) infection after a family member becomes ill with the disease. What will the provider tell this patient?

Which are the risk factors for the development of cataracts? (Select all that apply).