A nurse assesses a client who is 6 hours post-surgery for a nasal fracture and has nasal packing in place.Which actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurse should observe for clear drainage because of the risk for cerebrospinal fluid leakage.The nurse should assess for signs of bleeding by asking the client to open his or her mouth and observing the back of the throat for bleeding.The nurse should also note whether the client is swallowing frequently because this could indicate postnasal bleeding.A nasal steroid would increase the risk for infection.It is too soon to change the packing,which should be changed by the surgeon the first time.

A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Is 6 Hours Post-Surgery