Nosebleeds: First Aid and Emergency Care for Health and Wellness

Question 1

What is the primary reason for applying pressure to the nose to stop a nosebleed?

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To reduce blood flow

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To clean the wound

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To prevent infection

Question 2

Where should you apply pressure to stop a nosebleed?

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On the bridge of the nose just below the eyebrows

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On the tip of the nose

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Just below the nostrils

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On the cheekbones

Question 3

What position should the head be in when trying to stop a nosebleed?

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Tilted forward

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Tilted back

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Looking straight ahead

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Lying down

Question 4

If a nosebleed persists despite applying pressure, what is the next appropriate action?

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Seek emergency medical care

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Tilt the person's head back

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Apply an ice pack to the person's forehead

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Give the person a drink of water

Question 5

What's the main reason why people get nosebleeds often?

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Dryness inside the nose

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Using nasal spray a lot

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Touching the inside of the nose

Question 6

Which of these is NOT a common symptom of a nosebleed?

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Fever

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Bleeding from the nose

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Headache

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Dizziness

Question 7

When trying to stop a nosebleed, what is the most effective first step?

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Applying steady pressure to the soft part of your nose for at least 10 minutes

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Tilting your head back

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Laying down flat

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Holding something cold against your forehead

Question 8

Which of the following should you NOT use to try to stop a nosebleed?

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Hydrogen peroxide

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Cotton balls

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Tissues

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Petroleum jelly

Question 9

What is the best way to sit when trying to stop a nosebleed?

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Sitting up with your head tilted slightly forward

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Lying down with your head elevated

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Sitting with your head tilted back

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Kneeling with your head tilted forward

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of nosebleeds?

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Not eating enough leafy green vegetables

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Dry air

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Allergies

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Head injury

Question 11

True or False: It's a good idea to blow your nose after a nosebleed to get rid of any remaining blood.

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False

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True

Question 12

Someone is having a nosebleed and you know they have a blood clotting disorder. What should you do first?

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Call for emergency medical help right away.

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Apply pressure to their nose for 10 minutes.

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Tilt their head back.

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Give them a drink of water.

Question 13

Who is more likely to experience nosebleeds?

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A child who often picks their nose

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A person who takes blood-thinning medicine

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A healthy person with no risk factors

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An adult who works in a clean and humid environment

Question 14

Which method is most effective for stopping a nosebleed?

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Pinching the bridge of the nose firmly for 10 minutes

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Tilting the head back

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Applying a cold compress to the forehead

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Putting gauze in the nostril

Question 15

How long should pressure be applied to the bridge of the nose to control a nosebleed?

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10 minutes

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5 minutes

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15 minutes

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20 minutes

Question 16

If a nosebleed continues after 10 minutes of applying firm pressure, what should you do?

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Call for medical help

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Try applying more pressure

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Tilt the head back further

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Use a nasal spray

Question 17

True or False: You should blow your nose after a nosebleed has stopped.

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False

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True

Question 18

Which of the following should you avoid doing if you have a nosebleed?

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Blowing your nose

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Pinching the bridge of your nose

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Tilting your head forward slightly

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Seeking medical attention if bleeding continues

Question 19

True or False: It is safe to put aspirin or ibuprofen in your nose to stop a nosebleed.

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False

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True

Question 20

When you get a nosebleed, what should you do first?

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Pinch your nose

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Tilt your head back

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Blow your nose

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Use a cold compress

Question 21

Why is it important to tilt your head forward when experiencing a nosebleed?

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To prevent blood from flowing into your throat

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To increase blood pressure in your nose

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To make it easier to breathe

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To reduce pain

Question 22

What is the first and most important step to control a nosebleed?

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Tilt your head back and pinch the soft part of your nose.

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Apply a cold compress to the bridge of your nose.

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Blow your nose gently.

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Lie down and elevate your legs.

Question 23

When you have a nosebleed, how should you tilt your head?

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Tilt your head forward.

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Tilt your head back.

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Keep your head upright.

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Turn your head to the side.

Question 24

Which of the following is a potential complication of severe nosebleeds?

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Any of the above.

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Anemia.

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Infection.

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Heart problems.

Question 25

When should you apply pressure to the nose to stop a nosebleed?

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As soon as it starts

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After 5 minutes

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After 10 minutes

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Never

Question 26

How long should you apply pressure to the nose to stop a nosebleed?

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10 minutes

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5 minutes

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15 minutes

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20 minutes

Question 27

Which of the following positions helps prevent blood from entering the throat during a nosebleed?

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Head tilted forward

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Head tilted back

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Lying down flat

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Standing upright

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of nosebleeds?

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Head injury

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Picking the nose

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Dry air

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Allergies

Question 29

What is the correct position for someone with a nosebleed?

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Sitting with head tilted forward

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Sitting with head tilted back

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Lying down with head elevated

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Standing with head upright

Question 30

True or False: It is safe to blow your nose gently during a nosebleed.

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False

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True

Question 31

When someone has a nosebleed, what should you do first?

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Pinch their nose

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Tilt their head back

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Apply a cold compress to their forehead

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Lie them down

Question 32

If a nosebleed does not stop after 15 minutes of applying pressure, what should you do?

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Seek medical attention

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Continue applying pressure for another 10 minutes

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Tilt the person's head back and have them sniff

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Have the person lie down and rest

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a possible complication of a nosebleed?

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Bone fracture

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Infection

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Blood loss

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Bruising

Question 34

What should you NOT do when someone has a nosebleed?

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Give them aspirin

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Pinch their nose

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Tilt their head forward

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Reassure them

Question 35

True or False: It is important to stay calm and reassure the person having a nosebleed.

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True

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False

Question 36

How does using a humidifier help prevent nosebleeds?

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Keeps nasal passages moist

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Lowers blood pressure

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Strengthens blood vessels

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Improves air quality

Question 37

When you get a nosebleed, what is the first and most important step to take?

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Pinch the soft part of your nose and lean your head forward

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Use a tissue to stuff your nose

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Tilt your head back and pinch the bridge of your nose

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Call 911 immediately

Question 38

If the bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes of applying pressure to your nose, what should you do?

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Seek professional medical attention

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Try a different method to stop the bleeding

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Keep applying pressure

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Wait for the bleeding to stop on its own

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action to take when you have a nosebleed?

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Tilt your head back

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Pinch the soft part of your nose

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Apply cold pressure to the nose

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Stay calm and lean forward

Question 40

What should you do if a young child has a nosebleed?

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Stay calm and follow the same steps as for adults

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Use a cotton swab to clean the nose

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Panic and call 911 immediately

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Ignore it and let it stop on its own

Question 41

A severe nosebleed can potentially lead to a condition called:

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Anemia

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Heart attack

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Meningitis

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Stroke

Question 42

What is the best way to clean dried blood from your nose?

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Use a warm, damp cloth to gently dab and wipe it away

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Leave it and let it fall off on its own

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Use a cotton swab to pick it out

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Use a tissue to rub it off

Question 43

To stop a nosebleed, which action should be taken first?

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Pinch the soft part of your nose and tilt your head forward gently.

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Tilt your head back and apply pressure to the bridge of your nose.

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Blow your nose forcefully to clear it.

Question 44

When applying pressure to stop a nosebleed, how long should you keep it applied?

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About 10-15 minutes.

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5-10 minutes.

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15-20 minutes.

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Until the bleeding completely stops.

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a sign that a nosebleed may be serious?

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Bleeding that stops within a few minutes.

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Bleeding caused by a head injury.

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Bleeding that is heavy and does not stop.

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Bleeding accompanied by dizziness or fainting.

Question 46

If a nosebleed does not stop after 15 minutes of applying pressure, what should you do?

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Seek medical attention.

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Continue applying pressure for another 15 minutes.

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Tilt your head further forward.

Question 47

What is a good way to prevent nosebleeds?

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Using a humidifier in your home, especially during dry seasons.

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Picking your nose.

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Taking aspirin or ibuprofen.

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Blowing your nose frequently.

Question 48

What is the most common cause of nosebleeds in children?

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Picking their nose.

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Allergies, such as hay fever.

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Trauma, such as a fall or a sports injury.

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Dry air, especially during winter.

Question 49

When trying to stop a nosebleed, what is NOT recommended?

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Tilting your head back.

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Sitting up straight and not lying down.

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Applying a cold compress to your forehead.

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Pinching your nose gently.

Question 50

What is the medical term for a nosebleed?

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Epistaxis.

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Sinusitis, which is inflammation of the sinuses.

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Rhinitis, which is inflammation of the nasal passages.

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Hemophilia, which is a bleeding disorder.

Question 51

Which factor can increase the risk of nosebleeds?

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Taking blood thinners, such as aspirin or warfarin.

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Exercising regularly.

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Getting enough sleep.

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Eating a healthy diet.