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sam.t96

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The nurse recognizes that which of the following drugs is used for treatment of chronic dry eyes?
 
  a. dapiprazole HCl c. flurbiprofen sodium
  b. cyclosporine d. levocabastine HCl

Question 2

For the client prescribed gentamicin ointment for the treatment of bacterial keratitis, the nurse will instruct the client to?
 
  a. Stop using the medication when symptoms improve.
  b. If another family member develops similar symptoms, that person may use the medication.
  c. Apply the medication directly on the site of the infection.
  d. Continue the medication as prescribed, even though symptoms may seem to have improved.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This is a miotic agent.
B Correct: Ophthalmic cyclosporine is used for the treatment of keratoconjunctiviti s sicca, or chronic dry eye.
C Incorrect: This is an anti-inflammatory agent.
D Incorrect: This is a drug used to treat seasonal allergies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: The medication should not be stopped until the prescription is completed.
B Incorrect: Medications should not be shared.
C Incorrect: Bacterial keratitis is a bacterial infection of the cornea and medications should never to applied directly on the cornea.
D Correct: This is appropriate client instruction


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Reply #2 on: Jul 24, 2018
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