When administering a patient's eye drops, the nurse recognizes the need to prevent absorption by the nasolacrimal duct. How can the nurse best achieve this goal?
A) Ensure that the patient is well hydrated at all times.
B) Encourage self-administration of eye drops.
C) Occlude the puncta after applying the medication.
D) Position the patient supine before administering eye drops.
Ans: C
Feedback:
Absorption of eye drops by the nasolacrimal duct is undesirable because of the potential systemic side effects of ocular medications. To diminish systemic absorption and minimize the side effects, it is important to occlude the puncta. Self-administration, supine positioning, and adequate hydration do not prevent this adverse effect.
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