The nurse is assessing the nose and sinuses of a client. Which finding

The nurse is assessing the nose and sinuses of a client. Which findings should the nurse identify as being within normal limits?

1. Nose straight
2. Nares symmetrical
3. No tenderness over the bridge
4. Air movement restricted in one nare
5. Clear drainage from one nare

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: A straight nose is a normal finding.
Rationale 2: Symmetrical nares are a normal finding.
Rationale 3: No tenderness over the nose bridge is a normal finding.
Rationale 4: Air movement restricted in one nare is an abnormal finding.
Rationale 5: Clear drainage from one nare is an abnormal finding.