A child is in the clinic because of symptoms of purulent, foulsmelling nasal
discharge from the right nostril. Nasal visualization reveals something shiny in a mass of mucous in the nasal cavity. What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner do?

Question

A child is in the clinic because of symptoms of purulent, foul­smelling nasal
discharge from the right nostril. Nasal visualization reveals something shiny in a mass of mucous in the nasal cavity. What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner do?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The symptoms and visualization suggest a foreign body in the nasal cavity. The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner should attempt to remove the foreign body gently using alligator forceps, as it is a common practice to remove visible foreign bodies in the clinic setting.

A Child Is in the Clinic Because of Symptoms of Purulent