A Patient with Ocular Hypertension Will Begin Using Brimonidine [Alphagan]

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient with ocular hypertension will begin using brimonidine [Alphagan] for long-term reduction of increased ocular pressure (IOP) . The nurse teaches the patient about this medication. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

• A) "After using the drops, I should wait 15 minutes before putting in contacts."
• B) "Because this is a topical medication, drowsiness will not occur."
• C) "I will not have cardiovascular side effects when using this medication."
• D) "If my eyes begin to itch or turn red, it means I am allergic to this drug."

---

Definitions:

Doodads

Informal term for small, often decorative objects with no specific utility or function.

Type Alpha Employees

A categorization for employees who are highly motivated, confident, and capable of independent work.

Type Beta Employees

A categorization in a theoretical model that may refer to a certain group of employees characterized by specific attributes or behaviors, commonly seen in psychological or economic models.

Plowshares

Tools used in farming for cutting furrows in the soil, symbolic of peaceful applications of resources.