The common cold and decongestant therapy.
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چکیده
1. Discuss the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and complications of the common cold in children. 2. Describe the viral causes and pathogenesis of the common cold. 3. Describe transmission of the common cold. 4. Explain the systemic effects of oral decongestants and antihistamines in infants and young children. 5. Recognize that over-the-counter cough and cold preparations have not been adequately studied in children younger than 6 years of age and are not recommended. 6. List the active ingredients and potential toxicities of over-the-counter cough and cold medications.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Pediatrics in review
دوره 32 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011