It is important to remember that miotics should not be used if a patient has:
A. contact lenses
B. retinal detachment
C. glaucoma
D. poor sight
b
Rationale: Miotics should not be used for patients with retinal detachment (separation of the retina from the corneal layer). They are also contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, contact allergy, cataract, and depression.
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