TAMU HLTH 216 Folder Questions

Which type of nosebleed involves blood flowing down the back of the throat? - Answer-Posterior How do you care for someone after a nose bleed? - Answer-avoid too much physical activity How do you treat a nosebleed? - Answer-have the victim sit down and pinch the soft of the nose for 5 minutes Howl long should you attempt to stop a nosebleed before seeking medical attention? - Answer-20 minutes What is the first step in treating a broken nose? - Answer-Seek medical attention A child in the lunchroom has pushed a jelly bean into one of his nostrils. He has come to you crying because he cannot get it out. You cannot see the jelly bean. Which of the following would NOT be a recommended step for removing the jelly bean from the child's nose? a. Have the child blow gently while you put pressure on the opposite nostril b. Try to use tweezers to pull out the jelly bean c. Seek medical attention if the object cannot be removed d. All of the above would be appropriate - Answer-d One should seek professional care for a nosebleed if: a. If the hasn't stopped after 20 minutes b. The victim experience weakness or fainting c. Blood begins to go down the back of the throat instead of the front of the nose d. You should seek professional care in all of these circumstances - Answer-d What are you trying to accomplish by gently blowing your nose during a nose bleed? - Answer-clearing the nose of all blood clots While treating a nosebleed, how should the victim be positioned? - Answer-sitting with their head tilted