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A patient is receiving anterior nasal packing for a nose bleed. Which of the following should be included in the instructions for this patient?
1. Remove the packing in the morning.
2. The packing will stay in place for at least five days.
3. The packing will be in place for at least 24 hours and up to 3 days.
4. The packing will be needed for at least one week.
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11 years ago
3 -- Anterior nasal packs are usually left in place for 24 to 72 hours. If epistaxis is caused by a bleeding disorder, the packing may be left in place for 4 to 5 days while the disorder is treated.
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11 years ago
Not a problem Smiling Face with Open Mouth Thumbs up would be nice.
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