The Nurse Developing a Teaching Plan for a Patient with Herpes

question 29

Multiple Choice

The nurse developing a teaching plan for a patient with herpes simplex keratitis should include which instruction?

• A) Apply antibiotic drops to the eye several times daily.
• B) Wash hands frequently and avoid touching the eyes.
• C) Apply a new occlusive dressing to the affected eye at bedtime.
• D) Use corticosteroid ophthalmic ointment to decrease inflammation.

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