Nosebleed

Assessment of nosebleed

Important points to observe:

• Pay attention to the duration of the bleeding.
• Beachten Sie die Fließgeschwindigkeit des Bluts, ob es nur „tropft“ oder ob die Blutung stärker „strömt“.
• Try to identify the possible cause of the bleeding.
  • Is there a visible foreign object in the nose?
  • Wurde zuvor in der Nase manipuliert, z.B. durch „Bohren“?
  • Could dry mucous membranes due to a cold be the cause?
  • Was there a fall or a hit to the nose?

What measures should you take?

Measures for caring for the child:

• Calm the child and provide a sense of security.
• Raise the child’s upper body and let the head lean forward.
• Compress the nostrils for about 5 minutes, but only if the child can breathe sufficiently through the mouth.
• Cool the child’s neck and forehead.
• Place cloths in front of the nose to catch the blood.
• Ensure sufficient fresh air supply.
• After the bleeding has stopped:
  • Let the child remain seated for a while.
  • Do not allow the child to blow their nose for the next few hours.
• Provide the child with continuous care and observe them closely.

If the nosebleed is severe or does not stop within a reasonable time, immediately dial the emergency number 112.