When administering eyedrops, the nurse should instill them:
a. over the pupil area. c. at the outer canthus.
b. at the inner canthus. d. into the conjunctival sac.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: Eyedrops should not be instilled here.
B Incorrect: This is part of the conjunctival sac.
C Incorrect: This is the outer part of the conjunctival sac.
D Correct: This is the proper anatomical point.
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