A school-age child has epistaxis. Which intervention by the school nurse is the most appropriate?

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Tilting the child's head forward, squeezing the nares below the nasal bone, and applying ice to the nose is the appropriate intervention for epistaxis. Tilting the head forward helps to prevent blood from flowing down the back of the throat and potentially causing vomiting. Squeezing the nares helps to apply direct pressure to the nasal septum, which can help to stop bleeding. Applying ice also helps to constrict blood vessels and stop bleeding. Tilting the head back or lying the child down could cause blood to flow into the stomach or lungs, which can be dangerous. Neo-Synephrine should only be used under the direction of a healthcare provider.

A School-Age Child Has Epistaxis