A patient complains of nasal drainage and sinus headache. The nurse suspects a nasal infection and anticipates observing which finding during examination?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Purulent green-yellow drainage is consistent with a nasal or sinus infection. Foul-smelling drainage is consistent with a foreign object in the nose. Bloody drainage is consistent with trauma to the nose. Watery drainage is consistent with a nasal allergy.

A Patient Complains of Nasal Drainage and Sinus Headache