A Nurse Is Teaching a Patient Who Will Begin Using

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse is teaching a patient who will begin using a fixed-dose preparation of dorzolamide and timolol [Cosopt] for open-angle glaucoma. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "Blurred vision, tearing, or eye dryness may occur with this medication."
• B) "I may experience a bitter taste in my mouth after instilling these eye drops."
• C) "I will need to instill two eye drops 3 times daily in each eye."
• D) "If I notice redness in my eyes or eyelids, I should stop using these drops."

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