A nurse is caring for a client with rhinorrhea. Which client statement is most consistent with this diagnosis?

A. Dull, throbbing facial pain is most commonly associated with sinusitis, which involves inflammation and pressure within the sinus cavities. While rhinorrhea can accompany sinusitis, pain is not the defining feature of rhinorrhea. The primary symptom of rhinorrhea is nasal discharge, not facial pressure or pain. B. Difficulty swallowing refers to dysphagia, which involves problems with the throat or esophagus. Although allergies can cause postnasal drip that may irritate the throat, rhinorrhea specifically refers to nasal drainage. This statement focuses on swallowing difficulty rather than nasal discharge. C. Clear, watery nasal drainage is the classic presentation of rhinorrhea. This description directly matches the definition of the condition. Clients with rhinorrhea often report frequent nose blowing due to continuous drainage. D. Nosebleeds are known as epistaxis, which involves bleeding from the nasal mucosa. While both rhinorrhea and epistaxis involve the nose, they are distinct conditions with different causes and management.