5th May 2024

A 30-year-old woman presents with a two-week history of a cough following an upper respiratory tract infection.

A 30-year-old woman presents with a two-week history of a cough following an upper respiratory tract infection. She reports no fever, chest pain, or shortness of breath. Her cough is dry and occasionally disrupts her sleep. She does not have a history of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management?