After removing a soft contact lens, the nurse observes that the sides of the lens are sticking together. Which intervention should the nurse implement before storing or reinserting the lens?
a. Thoroughly soak the lens in saline solu-tion.
b. Rub the contact lens briskly to remove the debris.
c. Pry the lens apart gently with a fingertip.
d. Use the cleaning solution on the lens; then replace or store it.
A
A soft contact lens sticks together because it is dry. The nurse rehydrates the lens with saline so-lution; and the lens becomes soft, supple, less sticky, and suitable for the patient to wear or to store. Hard and soft contact lenses should never be rubbed because rubbing is likely to damage the lens. The nurse avoids prying apart the lens to prevent lens damage. Cleaning solution for lenses is intended to remove residue and debris from the lens but is not intended as a source of lens hydration. After using the cleaning solution, the nurse rinses the lens in saline solution before storage or reinsertion.
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