Facial TreatmentsQuestion 73 of 100
Two days after a lash extension service a client calls reporting a swollen, red, painful eyelid with discharge. What should the esthetician advise?
a.Tell her to stop using the lashes, seek medical evaluation promptly, and document the incident
b.Tell her to apply an over-the-counter steroid cream to the lid
c.Tell her to come in for a fill and the irritation will settle
d.Tell her the reaction is normal and will pass in a week
Explanation
Swelling, pain, and discharge around the eye suggest an infection or a significant allergic reaction and require a physician or eye doctor, not an esthetician; the incident should also be documented. Recommending a medication is prescribing, and applying more product or dismissing the symptoms delays care and can lead to permanent eye damage.
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