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Epistaxis (nosebleeds) 
Prevention
Humidifier at home to prevent dryness
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Increased water intake
Signs/Symptoms
Anterior
Oozing blood from nose
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Posterior
Profuse bleeding
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Coughing
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Causes
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Digital manipulation
Allergies
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Intraoral treatment
Stop treatment
Evaluated the type of blood, dark red = posterior
Position patient upright, head tilted slightly forward
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Extraoral treatment
Stop treatment
Evaluate the type of blood, bright red = anterior
Position patient upright, head tilted slightly forward
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Example situations
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A child patient picks their nose before an appointment and has a nose bleed in the chair