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ATI Nur 223a Sect 4 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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School-aged child develops a nosebleed (epistaxis).
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A school-aged child develops a nosebleed (epistaxis). Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct action is C: Sit the child upright and apply pressure to the sides of the nose. This position helps to reduce blood flow to the head, slowing down the bleeding. Applying pressure to the sides of the nose helps to compress the blood vessels and stop the bleeding. Keeping the child flat (
A) can cause blood to flow backward into the throat. Turning the child's head to the side (
B) can lead to blood entering the respiratory tract. Elevating the head of the bed (
D) can increase blood flow to the head.
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