The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for a patient recovering from a rhinoplasty. What should the nurse include in these instructions? Select all that apply.
A. Apply ice to the nose.
B. Avoid vigorous coughing.
C. Expect eye bruising for several weeks.
D. Restrict oral fluid intake.
E. Elevate the head of the bed on blocks.
Answer: E
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