What Information Will the Nurse Include When Instructing a Patient

question 9

Multiple Choice

What information will the nurse include when instructing a patient on the correct method of instilling eyedrops?(Select all that apply.)

• A) With an infection, prevent cross-contamination and use a separate source of medication and droppers for each eye.
• B) Wash hands before and after administration.
• C) Place the lid on the surface area as instructed to avoid contamination.
• D) Never touch the tip of the dropper or opening of the ointment container.
• E) Wipe eye from the outer to inner canthus.

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