What Is the Most Significant Nursing Intervention to Prevent Increasing

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the most significant nursing intervention to prevent increasing intraocular pressure when caring for a child who has just returned from cataract eye surgery?

• A) Monitor for hypertension, which is a symptom of increased intraocular pressure.
• B) Prevent coughing and vomiting.
• C) Lower the head of the bed slightly and place the eye in a dependent position.
• D) Avoid use of steroids after the surgery.