Question

A patient is bleeding from the ears and nose as a result of trauma. You should NOT:

A) keep the patient calm and quiet.
B) pack the ears and nose to slow the blood flow.
C) administer oxygen.
D) collect the blood with a loose dressing.

Answer 1

Answer: B. pack the ears and nose to slow the blood flow.

Step-by-step explanation:

A trauma in the ear and nose will result in bleeding which should be protected by direct pressure over the wound. Packing of ears and nose is not the solution as it will not prevent the blood flow instead it will only cover the wounded side.