A nurse assesses a client who has developed epistaxis.Which conditions in the client's history should the nurse identify as potential contributors to this problem? (Select all that apply.)

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Frequent causes of nosebleeds include trauma,hypertension,leukemia and other blood dyscrasias,inflammation,tumor,dry air,blowing or picking the nose,cocaine use,and intranasal procedures.Diabetes,migraines,and elevated platelets and cholesterol levels do not cause epistaxis.

A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Has Developed Epistaxis