A nose injury, changes in altitude and high blood pressure may cause minor internal bleeding from the nose.
Management
- Reassure the person.
- Ask the person to apply equal pressure over the soft part of their nostrils, below the bridge of the nose.
- Have the person sit up and lean forward to avoid blood flowing down the throat.
- Have the person rest and remain seated for at least 10 minutes.
- Inform the person you can help them seek advanced medical assistance if bleeding continues for more than 20 minutes.
Note
- On a hot day or after exercise, it might be necessary to maintain pressure for at least 20 minutes.
- Refer to the latest ARC Guideline for the management of bleeding to learn more.