A Patient with Age-Related Macular Degeneration Has Just Had Photodynamic

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient with age-related macular degeneration has just had photodynamic therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates that the discharge teaching has been effective?

• A) "I will need to use bright lights to read for at least the next week."
• B) "I will use drops to keep my pupils dilated until my appointment."
• C) "I will not use facial lotions near my eyes during the recovery period."
• D) "I will keep covered with long-sleeved shirts and pants for the next 5 days."

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