You are doing patient teaching with a patient diagnosed with acute rhinosinusitis. What possible complication would you teach the patient requires immediate follow-up?
A) Periorbital edema
B) Mild pain on palpation
C) Clear drainage from nose
D) Blood-tinged mucous when blowing the nose
Ans: A
Feedback: Patient teaching is an important aspect of nursing care for the patient with acute rhinosinusitis. The nurse instructs the patient about symptoms of complications that require immediate follow-up. Referral to a physician is indicated if periorbital edema and severe pain on palpation occur. Options C and D do not require follow-up if the patient has acute rhinosinusitis.
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