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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: 173_Common Cold, Patient with complaints of common cold Obtain medical/medication history, including CAM. Evaluate medication exclusions/precautions., No Congestion & rhinorrhea most problematic, Additional complaint of sleeplessness? No Symptoms resolved after 7-14 days of therapy?, Symptoms related to allergy alone? No, Switch to nasal decongestant spray & nighttime use of AHs or alcohol containing products. Symptoms resolved after 7-14 days of therapy?, Congestion & rhinorrhea most problematic Saline nasal spray or decongestant. Consider using humidifier & raising bead of bed, Symptoms related to allergy alone? Yes See Allergic Rhinitis Treatment Algorithm, No Fever most problematic, No Aches & pains most problematic, Systemic Antipyretics (See Fevers) Additional complaint of sleeplessness?, Cough primary complaint? No Symptoms related to allergy alone?, Pharyngitis most problematic Saline gargles or local anesthetic sprays or lozenges, Exclusions for self-treatment? No Recommend nondrug measures such as adequate hydration & rest. Identify most problematic symptoms., Exclusions for self-treatment? Yes Medical Referral, Saline gargles or local anesthetic sprays or lozenges Additional complaint of sleeplessness?, Symptoms resolved after 7-14 days of therapy? No Adjust doses or switch to other agents. Refer for further evaluation if alternative therapy fails., No Pharyngitis most problematic, Obtain medical/medication history, including CAM. Evaluate medication exclusions/precautions. Exclusions for self-treatment?, Saline nasal spray or decongestant. Consider using humidifier & raising bead of bed Additional complaint of sleeplessness?, Recommend nondrug measures such as adequate hydration & rest. Identify most problematic symptoms. Cough primary complaint?