What is the major disadvantage of ophthalmologic ointments?
A) Hard to administer
B) Patients don't like them
C) They ooze out of the eye
D) Blurred vision
Ans: D
Feedback: The major disadvantage of ointments is the blurred vision that results after application. Therefore options A, B, and C are incorrect.
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