Which of the following statements is true about epistaxis management?

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Which of the following statements is true about epistaxis management?

The essential idea is to control a nosebleed through proper position, direct pressure, and cooling. Sit up in a chair with the head tilted slightly forward to prevent blood from running into the throat. Do not tilt the head back, because that can lead to swallowing blood or choking. Pinch the soft part of the nose with fingers and maintain that direct pressure for several minutes until the bleeding slows or stops. After bleeding is under control, apply ice or a cold compress to the bridge of the nose to promote vasoconstriction and clot formation. Avoid blowing the nose or picking at it, and don’t ignore a nosebleed. Seek medical help if the bleeding lasts more than about 20 minutes, is very heavy, or recurs frequently.

The essential idea is to control a nosebleed through proper position, direct pressure, and cooling. Sit up in a chair with the head tilted slightly forward to prevent blood from running into the throat. Do not tilt the head back, because that can lead to swallowing blood or choking. Pinch the soft part of the nose with fingers and maintain that direct pressure for several minutes until the bleeding slows or stops. After bleeding is under control, apply ice or a cold compress to the bridge of the nose to promote vasoconstriction and clot formation. Avoid blowing the nose or picking at it, and don’t ignore a nosebleed. Seek medical help if the bleeding lasts more than about 20 minutes, is very heavy, or recurs frequently.

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