The client complains of eye pain and has nausea 2 hours after cataract surgery on the left eye. What is the nurse's priority intervention?
A. Document the manifestations as the only action.
B. Administer the prescribed antiemetic.
C. Position the client on the right side.
D. Notify the physician.
D
Eye pain accompanied by nausea and vomiting is an indication of increased intraocular pressure and/or hemorrhage. This clinical manifestation requires immediate attention from the ophthal-mologist.
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