When preparing to instill eye medication in ointment form, the nurse first should:
a. pull down the lower lid to form a pouch.
b. apply the ointment from the inner to the outer part of the eye.
c. gently rub the eye to distribute the medication.
d. document the medication administration.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the first action of those listed here that the nurse should take in preparation.
B Incorrect: This is not preparation, but application.
C Incorrect: This follows application and the medication should not be rubbed in.
D Incorrect: This follows medication application.
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