A Patient with Glaucoma Reports a Possible Infection in the Affected

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient with glaucoma reports a possible infection in the affected eye and asks if the usual dose of latanoprost (Xalatan) drops should be instilled. What is your best response?

• A)"Do not take this dose until your healthcare provider is notified."
• B)"Rinse the affected eye with sterile saline and then instill the eye drops."
• C)"You should not put the eye drops in today but can resume them tomorrow."
• D)"Missing a dose of this drug will increase intraocular pressure and worsen your vision."

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