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jwb375

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The client tells the nurse that he experiences frequent eye irritation even after using over-the-counter (OTC) medications. What is the best recommendation by the nurse?
 
  1. Increase your fluid intake; you are probably dehydrated.
  2. See your eye doctor for further evaluation.
  3. This sounds like an allergic response; try an antihistamine.
  4. Use normal saline rinses instead of over-the-counter (OTC) preparations.

Question 2

The client receives latanoprost (Xalatan) and another eyedrop. The nurse has completed medication education and evaluates that learning has occurred when the client makes which statement?
 
  1. I will give two drops of one medication, wait one minute, and then give two drops of the other medication.
  2. I should lay the dropper against my eyelid for stability when putting in drops.
  3. I will remove my contact lens before instilling these eyedrops.
  4. I may notice that my eyelashes get thinner while I am using this medication.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client should follow up with his physician; not increase fluid intake.
Rationale 2: The client should follow up with his physician if over-the-counter (OTC) remedies are ineffective for eye irritation.
Rationale 3: The client should follow up with his physician; not try an antihistamine.
Rationale 4: The client should follow up with his physician; not use normal saline rinses.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: One minute is not sufficient time to wait between administrations.
Rationale 2: The client should avoid touching the eye or eyelid/lashes with any part of the eyedropper to avoid cross-contamination.
Rationale 3: The client should remove contact lenses before instilling drops and should wait 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Rationale 4: Lashes may grow thicker and darker.




jwb375

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM


ghepp

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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