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.


ANS: C

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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.

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