A Patient with Glaucoma Is on Timolol

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with glaucoma is on timolol.The patient also takes metoprolol for hypertension.The patient reports to the clinic nurse that the eyedrops "Make me dizzy." What assessment by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A)Assess the patient's eyedrop instillation technique.
• B)Determine how long the patient has been on the drops.
• C)Assess the patient's gait and balance while walking.
• D)Ask the patient if breakfast is eaten prior to applying the eyedrops.

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