A Client Has a Closed Fracture of the Nose

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client has a closed fracture of the nose.Which intervention is best when encouraging self-care for this client?

• A) Advise the client not to eat or drink for 24 hours after sustaining the fracture.
• B) Teach the client how to apply cold compresses to the area to reduce swelling.
• C) Urge the client to sleep without a pillow to hasten resolution of the swelling.
• D) Reassure the client that his or her appearance will normalize after the swelling is gone.

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