The Patient Has Eyedrops Ordered Daily to Both Eyes

question 27

Multiple Choice

The patient has eyedrops ordered daily to both eyes.Which action by the nurse is appropriate when administering the medication?

• A)Carefully place the drop on the cornea.
• B)Wipe the eye with a tissue after placing the eyedrop.
• C)Hold the eyedropper about 1 to 2 cm above the eye.
• D)Instruct the patient to squeeze the eye shut after instillation.

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