A client who has had a rhinoplasty is swallowing frequently and belching. Which action does the nurse take?
a. Notify the surgeon.
b. Raise the head of the bed.
c. Assist the client with liquids.
d. Continue to assess.
A
Repeated swallowing followed by belching after rhinoplasty is a sign of postnasal bleeding. This sign should be reported immediately to the surgeon.
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