The nurse instructs a patient with a nosebleed to sit up and lean slightly forward, recognizing that this position will most likely achieve which of the following objectives?
a. Prevent dizziness or syncope
b. Reduce bleeding from the anterior plexus
c. Prevent unseen blood from being swallowed or aspirated
d. Help prevent symptoms of shock due to blood loss
ANS: C
Instruct the patient with a nosebleed to sit in a chair and lean forward slightly to avoid aspirating or swallowing blood. Lying flat will prevent syncope or dizziness better than sitting. Sitting will not reduce bleeding or symptoms.
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