A 20-year-old UW-Madison student has had a sore throat and n…

A 20-year-old UW-Madison student has had a sore throat and nasal congestion for the past 14 days. You ask if they would like recommendations for both symptoms, and they reply that something for the nasal congestion would be preferred. What is the BEST recommendation for this person?  

Your best friend asks you what they should take for their co…

Your best friend asks you what they should take for their cough because it kept them from sleeping most of last night and didn’t get any better today.  OTC cough drops haven’t helped, and your friend REALLY wants something so they can sleep better tonight without the cough bothering them.  They aren’t coughing up any secretions, and they deny all the exclusions for self-care.  The cough has been stable for the past 2 days, and this is day 5 of their “cold”.  Based on the SCHOLAR-MAC answers, you decide an OTC drug is worth a try (in addition to drinking LOTS of water!).  Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate recommendation for your friend? 

A 34-year-old self-identified female has new onset sleepines…

A 34-year-old self-identified female has new onset sleepiness related to short sleep budget.  She has had some work deadlines that required her staying awake until 2:00 AM, and results in only 4-5 hours of sleep per night.  She needs to stay alert at work and has been dozing off in meetings.  It is an important time at work, and she would like to be at her best.  She asks you for recommendations about using something to help her stay more awake at work over the next few days until her work deadlines have passed.  She has no medical conditions, does not drink coffee or any other drinks with caffeine, and does not take any medications. Which of the following would be APPROPRIATE to recommend to this woman?