Scenario 2
What would you recommend?
For each part of this scenario, think about the decision you would make and, importantly, why you would choose that option. In addition, for each decision that you make, think about how you would talk to the customer and provide the necessary advice. You can discuss this with your team and pharmacist.
Scenario 2
What if John tells you that he has a nine-year-old son, Peter, who also suffers from hayfever. He asks whether the sea water nasal spray would be suitable for him?
SelectYes. Peter can use the same product.
Yes. Peter can use the same product.
A nasal spray based on natural sea water is suitable for children as well as adults, so you are right to choose this option. However, it would also be worth checking what other symptoms John is experiencing to see if he needs anything else. Reset
SelectNo. Peter would benefit from a different product.
No. Peter would benefit from a different product.
There are age restrictions for certain medicated treatments for hayfever. For example, decongestants can not be used by children under the age of 12. A nasal spray based on natural sea water is however suitable, so the same product that you have recommended for John could also benefit Peter. Reset