An Eye Instillation May Be Performed to

question 42

Multiple Choice

An eye instillation may be performed to

• A) Remove a foreign object from the eye
• B) Remove eye drainage
• C) Flush out a harmful chemical
• D) Treat an eye infection

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Definitions:

Ketoacidosis

A serious complication of diabetes resulting in high levels of ketones in the blood, indicating insufficient insulin.

Type 1 DM

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, an autoimmune condition where the pancreas produces little to no insulin.

Secondary DM

Diabetes mellitus that's not primarily due to pancreatic function but is the result of another medical condition or treatment.

Pancreatic Cells

Cells that make up the pancreas, including those that produce digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.