REST REST REST,,,Keep yourself hydrated, eat small frequent meals (6 a day,,,remember they're small) Avoid sugars,,,take your antibiotics as scheduled and at the same time everyday if possible....every two hours you need to do some deep breathing exercises....In your nose out your mouth,,,you want to see and feel your chest rise and yes this will make you cough....the old fashioned warm saltwater gargle will help your throat avoid commercial mouthwashes they contain alcohol and will irratate you more,,,use a cool mist humidifier,,,,tylenol/motrin and a warm tepid bath will aid in your fever....do not cover up with a ton of blankets you want the heat to leave your body not bake you in layers of blankets....oh it's ok to take naps..sorry third semester nursing student came out
