The client is to receive eyedrops for glaucoma. What is the correct method of administration?
1. Place the drop in the center of the eye.
2. Place the drop so it falls on the white part of the eye.
3. Place the drop in the conjunctival sac below the eye.
4. Turn the head to the side so that the drop flows to the outer corner.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The eyedrop should be placed in the conjunctival sac below the eye, not in the center of the eye.
Rationale 2: The eyedrop should be placed in the conjunctival sac below the eye, not on the sclera.
Rationale 3: The correct method for administering eyedrops is to place the drop in the conjunctival sac below the eye.
Rationale 4: The head should not be turned to the side when administering eyedrops.
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