When administering nose drops, the bulb of the dropper should be slanted:
a. toward the client's jaw.
b. toward the client's nose.
c. in the most comfortable manner for the nurse and client.
d. in the most comfortable manner for the client.
ANS: A
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A Correct: This is the correct technique.
B Incorrect: This is not the correct technique.
C Incorrect: This is not a basis for positioning the client for administering nasal drops.
D Incorrect: This is not a basis for positioning the client for administering nasal drops.
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