Author Question: The nurse receives a written order for ophthalmic medication to be administered OU to an adult ... (Read 78 times)

KimWrice · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse receives a written order for ophthalmic medication to be administered OU to an adult client. Which action by the nurse when administering this medication is the most appropriate?

1. Pulling the pinna up and back, and dropping the medication into the left ear
2. Pulling the pinna down and forward, and dropping the medication into both ears
3. Exposing the lower conjunctival sac of the left eye, and dropping the medication into the sac
4. Exposing the lower conjunctival sac of both eyes, and dropping the medication into the sac

Question 2

Which nursing action is inappropriate when applying a transdermal medication patch?

1. Removing the old patch prior to placing the new patch
2. Donning gloves prior to administering the medication
3. Applying the patch to the same area where the old patch was removed
4. Cleansing the site where the patch is to be applied with soap and water

Bsand8 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
OU stands for both eyes, so the medication should be administered into the conjunctival sac of both eyes.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3

Transdermal patches should always be applied to a different area in order to improve absorption of the medication. The old patch should be removed prior to placing the new patch in order to avoid the risk of forgetting and having two patches in place with the same medication. The nurse should wear gloves when working with transdermal patches to avoid getting medication on her skin. The site where the new patch will go should be cleaned to prevent oils from interfering with adherence of the patch.