Here are 3 recommendations using MUST and 3 using SHOULD:
MUST:
1. You must rest and avoid strenuous activity to allow your body to fight the infection.
2. You must take the full course of antibiotics as prescribed to fully treat the infection causing the cough.
3. You must drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and help loosen mucus.
SHOULD:
1. You should gargle warm salt water several times a day to soothe your throat and reduce coughing.
2. You should use over-the-counter cough drops or syrup to suppress coughing and allow you to rest.
3. You should see me again if the cough persists for