A patient presents to the emergency department after a fall. The nurse notes raccoon eyes and rhinorrhea. The healthcare provider suspects a skull fracture. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate?

Instill normal saline into the nose to clear any possible obstructions.

Use a sterile dressing to collect the nasal drainage and send it for testing

Apply ice packs to the nose to reduce swelling and drainage.

Instruct the patient to cough to clear nasal passages.