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P68T

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During administration of eye drops, the nurse should teach the client to prevent systemic absorption of the drug by performing which action?
 
  a. Use the ointment form of the drug.
  b. Apply the drug directly on the cornea.
  c. Have the client look straight ahead.
  d. Gently press on the lacrimal duct.

Question 2

What is an appropriate nursing intervention to use to meet the psychiatric needs of a hospitalized infant?
 
  a. Move slowly while conducting care.
  b. Explain procedures carefully.
  c. Use the oral route for medications.
  d. Allow the child to express feelings.



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britb2u

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
By applying pressure on the inner canthus of the eye, the medication is less likely to be systemically absorbed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The nurse should move slowly and maintain a nonthreatening attitude in order to prevent stranger anxiety from developing in the infant.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


samiel-sayed

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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