Asked by Aspen Lohman on Mar 10, 2024

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The patient has been forcefully blowing his nose and now has a nosebleed.The nurse is concerned about the patient's condition and assesses the patient for which possible negative issues? (Select all that apply. )

A) Clearance of nasal passages.
B) Injury to the tympanic membrane (eardrum) .
C) Damage to nasal mucosa.
D) Eye injury.
E) Decreased nasal passage pressure.

Tympanic Membrane

The tympanic membrane, or eardrum, is a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.

Nasal Mucosa

The moist, inner lining of the nose which plays a crucial role in filtering, warming, and humidifying the air we breathe.

  • Administer appropriate oral and dental hygiene services to patients in diverse conscious states.
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Adisri NarayanMar 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B,C,D
Explanation :
Caution the patient against harsh blowing that creates pressure capable of injuring the eardrum,nasal mucosa,and even sensitive eye structures.Clearing the nasal passages is the goal of nose blowing and is not a negative issue.Harsh blowing increases (not decreases)nasal passage pressure.