A Patient with Macular Degeneration Is Being Treated with Verteporfin

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient with macular degeneration is being treated with verteporfin (Visudyne) .What should the nurse emphasize in the patient teaching in order to reduce the risk of complications from this treatment?

• A) Apply lotion to the skin for two weeks after the treatment
• B) Increase the intake of water for three days after the treatment
• C) Avoid indoor and outdoor light for five days after treatment
• D) Wear sunglasses when going out of doors for one week after treatment

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