A client comes to the emergency department with periorbital ecchymosis of the right eye. Which is the nurse's priority action?
a. Apply an ice pack to the affected eye.
b. Patch the eye to prevent eye movement.
c. Assess the client's vision in both eyes.
d. Irrigate the affected eye with normal sa-line.
A
Ice will cause capillary vasoconstriction, thereby decreasing swelling and capillary oozing. Treatment with ice begins at the time of injury. Whenever the eye or surrounding tissue is injured, visual acuity is assessed next.
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