A Patient Has Just Returned from Surgery for Removal of a Cataract

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient has just returned from surgery for removal of a cataract. Which nursing interventions are indicated?. Select all that apply.

• A) Position the patient with the head of the bed up at 30 degrees.
• B) Have the patient lie on the affected side.
• C) Assess the operative eye for drainage.
• D) Keep the eye patch in place.
• E) Monitor the patient's pain level.

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