The Newly Admitted Patient to the Emergency Room After a Motorcycle

Multiple Choice

The newly admitted patient to the emergency room after a motorcycle accident has serosanguineous drainage coming from the nose.What is the most appropriate nursing response to this assessment?

A) Cleanse nose with a soft cotton-tipped swab.
B) Gently suction the nasal cavity.
C) Gently wipe nose with absorbent gauze.
D) Ask patient to blow his nose.