The client asks the nurse why he is to receive flurbiprofen ...

[beccaep]

The client asks the nurse why he is to receive flurbiprofen sodium during ocular surgery. The nurse's best response is:
 
  a. It is used because you have herpes simplex keratitis.
  b. It is administered to constrict your pupils.
  c. It is used to reduce edema and inflammation.
  d. One drop is administered q. 30 minutes beginning two hours before surgery.

Question 2

When teaching a client prescribed timolol maleate, the nurse should include that beta-adrenergic blocking eyedrops work by:
 
  a. reducing the production of aqueous humor.
  b. constricting the pupil and contracting the ciliary muscles.
  c. lowering intraocular pressure with little effect on visual acuity.
  d. facilitating the outflow of aqueous humor.

[stano32]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate use prior to surgery.
B Incorrect: It is used to prevent pupil constriction.
C Correct: This is the purpose and action of this medication.
D Incorrect: This is a true statement, but does not address the client's question.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not the action of these agents on the eye.
B Incorrect: This is not the action of these agents on the eye.
C Correct: This is the action of these agents on the eye in the treatment of glaucoma.
D Incorrect: This is not the action of these agents on the eye.

[beccaep]

Gracias!

[Dominic]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it