After putting on gloves, what should a nursing assistant do for a person who has a nosebleed?

• A. Stand the resident up and tilt the head back
• B. Elevate head of the bed, tell them to stay seated but lean slightly forward; apply firm pressure on both sides of the nose near the soft part; hold until bleeding stops; use a cool cloth
• C. Pinch the nose at the bridge only
• D. Remove pads and replace with a fresh pad

Answer: (B)