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Combined ENT
Which of the following is TRUE regarding anterior epistaxis?
Patient is kept in sitting and slight leaning forward position while compressing the nares
Topical phenylephrine is contraindicated as it increases blood pressure
Commonly from Kiesselbach venous plexus in the anterior septum
Foley’s nasal tamponade is a treatment option
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Explanation
A. • Phenylephrine being a decongestant is used to prepare the nose before cauterization. • Foley’s nasal tamponade is done in posterior nasal space in posterior epistaxis
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