Pharmacological TherapiesPregunta 101 de 120
The LPN/LVN is administering eye drops. Which technique is correct?
a.Instill the drop into the lower conjunctival sac
b.Place the drop directly on the cornea
c.Allow the dropper to touch the eyelashes
d.Have the client squeeze the eyes shut tightly afterward
Explicación
Eye drops should be placed in the lower conjunctival sac, not directly on the cornea, which is sensitive. The dropper should not touch the eye or lashes to avoid contamination. Gentle eyelid closure, not tight squeezing, keeps medication in place.
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