This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: E.N.T., Subject name: Surgery
[{'content': 'Management for CSF rhinorhoea is - \nSelect and explain. \nA. Plain x-ray and packing of nose, B. Nasal packing only, C. Antibiotics and observation, D. Immediate surgery', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Ans. is \'c\' i.e., Antibiotics and observation "Early cases of post-traumatic CSF rhinorrhoea are managed conservatively by placing the pt. in the semisitting position, avoiding blowing of nose, sneezing and straining. Prophylactic antibiotics are also administered to prevent meningitis." - Dhingrao Traumatic rhinorrhea often stops spontaneously. Conservative treatment consists of 1-2 weeks trial of-i) Subarachnoid drainage through a lumbar catheter, ii) Strict bed rest, iii) Head elevation, iv) Stool softeners, v) Advising patient to avoid coughing, sneezing, nose blowing, and straining, vi) Prophylactic antibiotics, o Surgical repair is generally advocated in patients with large fistulae especially in the presence of pneumocephalus.', 'role': 'assistant'}]