A client with glaucoma is prescribed bimatoprost (Lumigan). What should the nurse instruct the client about this medication? (Select all that apply.)
1. Expect the iris to darken
2. Instill the medication at bedtime
3. Expect redness and eye pain to occur
4. Expect the vision to blur after administering
5. Expect the skin around the eyelids to darken permanently
Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
1. Bimatoprost (Lumigan) causes the iris to darken.
2. Bimatoprost (Lumigan) should be administered at bedtime.
3. Eye pain and redness should be reported to the physician.
4. Bimatoprost (Lumigan) causes the vision to blur.
5. Bimatoprost (Lumigan) causes the skin around the eyelids to permanently darken. This is harmless.
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