A Client Diagnosed with Bell's Palsy Asks the Nurse Why

question 18

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with Bell's palsy asks the nurse why eye drops have been prescribed. Which of the following should the nurse respond to this client?

• A) "Eyes tend to dry out because the eyelids do not close."
• B) "Eyes become irritated because the eye does not make tears."
• C) "Eyes trap dust because the eyelid does not open and the eye needs to be flushed."
• D) "The eye drops should not be prescribed and the physician should be notified."