A client comes into the Emergency Department with epistaxis. What intervention should you perform when caring for a client with epistaxis?
A) Apply a moustache dressing.
B) Provide a nasal splint.
C) Apply direct continuous pressure.
D) Place the client in a semi-Fowler's position.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The best intervention for epistaxis is to apply direct continuous pressure to the bleeding site. This can be done by pinching the nostrils together and applying pressure for at least 10-15 minutes. The other options are not appropriate for managing epistaxis.

A Client Comes into the Emergency Department with Epistaxis