A patient has been treated in the emergency room for epistaxis. What information should the nurse include in patient discharge teaching to prevent epistaxis?
A) Keep nasal passages clear.
B) Use a dehumidifier.
C) Avoid picking the nose.
D) Use a tissue when blowing the nose.
Ans: C
Feedback: Discharge teaching for prevention of epistaxis should include avoiding forceful nose blowing, straining, high altitudes, nasal trauma (nose-picking), and inadequate humidification.
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