The nurse is assisting a client in removing soft contact lenses. Place in order the steps the nurse should take to help this client
1. Using the pad of the index finger of the other hand, move the lens down to the sclera.
2. Have the client look forward.
3. Apply gloves.
4. Gently pinch the lens between the pads of the thumb and index finger.
5. Retract the lower lid with one hand.
Correct Answer: 3, 2, 5, 1, 4
Rationale 1: The nurse should use the pad of the index finger of the other hand to move the lens down to the sclera.
Rationale 2: The nurse should ask the client to look forward.
Rationale 3: The first step is for the nurse to apply gloves.
Rationale 4: The nurse should gently pinch the lens between the pads of the thumb and index finger to remove the lens.
Rationale 5: The nurse should retract the lower lid with one hand.
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