Nardine Nakhla
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 10/24/2017
Managing allergic rhinitis
- 2/27/2017
QuEST: a quick and effective approach to OTC counselling
Using a structured interviewing framework can improve patient outcomes. - 10/20/2016
Helping new parents manage colic
JN, a healthy 28-day-old infant, has had three-hour episodes of intractable crying four evenings in a row. His parents think he has abdominal pain as he is “gassy” and draws his legs up while arching his back. - 5/19/2016
Cold sores: Treat at first tingle
Case Study: A patient has tried OTC products, which provided temporary pain relief, but would like something that speeds healing. Would do you tell her? - 2/21/2016
OTC Case Study: Fever in children
The parent of a 3-year-old says their toddler developed a fever overnight and is seeking a recommendation. How should the pharmacist handle this case? - 11/29/2015
Managing heartburn in the community setting
A patient has been suffering from mild heartburn for years, but his symptoms recently became more frequent. How should the pharmacist handle this case? - 8/24/2015
Prevention and management of early childhood caries
Case Study: A mother asks a pharmacist about white chalky spots that have developed on her two-year-old's teeth. Should she be concerned? - 5/28/2015
Managing premenstrual syndrome
Dozens of therapies have been suggested for treating PMS, many with unwarranted claims of effectiveness. Here's what the evidence says works. - 11/16/2014
Managing aphthous ulcers
What to do when a patient with a canker sore wants quick pain relief.
