A. Understanding a patient's presenting clinical symptoms gives the pharmacist valuable information related to what medications may be the most useful in the treatment of allergic rhinitis B. Allergic rhinitis is mediated through immunoglobulin A C. Year-round allergens typically include those produced by house dust mites, pet dander, and cockroaches D. Allergic rhinitis is the sixth most common disease in the United States

A. Nasal congestion B. Clear rhinorrhea C. Itching D. Sneezing

A. Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is available for house dust mites, some grass pollens, and ragweed B. Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) is given in gradually increasing amounts over a period of time C. SCIT has demonstrated better efficacy than SLIT D. With SLIT, patients should be taught to use auto-injectable epinephrine

A. Intranasal steroids B. First-generation antihistamine C. Second-generation antihistamine D. Montelukast

A. All health professionals view allergic rhinitis as a potentially serious condition B. The majority of allergy sufferers consider their symptoms to be mild C. Less than half of allergy sufferers have impairment of daily activities D. The incidence of allergic rhinitis in the United States has risen in recent decades

A. Are symptoms worse at certain times of the year? B. Is one of your symptoms worse than others? C. Do you have any other medical conditions (e.g., high blood pressure)? D. All of the above

A. Loratadine B. Chlorpheniramine C. Fluticasone propionate D. Both A and C are good options

A. This product may be helpful, but it should only be used for no more than 3 to 5 days B. This product is a good choice for seasonal allergies because it can be used regularly during the entire season to relieve symptoms C. Combine this product with a systemic decongestant, such as phenylephrine, during the allergy season for best results D. Do not use oxymetazoline for seasonal allergies; it is best for patients with year-round symptoms

A. Start the INS immediately when symptoms start B. Continue using the INS when your allergy season is over; this treatment is best when used year round C. Start the INS at least 1 week before the start of your allergy season D. Use this agent only as needed during allergy season to prevent side effects and reduce costs

A. Medications should be taken regularly during both the spring and fall allergy seasons in those with persistent allergic rhinitis or year round in patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis B. Patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis should have a good understanding of when to start and stop treatment C. Patients with persistent allergic rhinitis should understand that treatment should be discontinued when their symptoms improve D. All of the above