Popped drywall nails and screws are common in old and new homes alike. It's tempting to just pound the fastener back in and fill the divot. But this is a short term solution. To permanently fix the problem, drive a new nail or screw to reattach the drywall to the framing and remove or bury the old fastener.
Use lightweight sparkling compound to fill the damaged area. It dries quickly, doesn't sag and is easy to sand. Expect to apply two or three coats to a cover a large hole. The drying time between coats will depend on how deep the hole is. Use a fine sanding sponge or 100-grit drywall sanding paper to sand the patch before priming and painting.
Best of luck repairing that nail or screw!
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