After administering eye drops to a child, the nurse applies gentle pressure to the inside corner of the eye at the nose for which reason?
A) To promote dispersion over the cornea
B) To enhance systemic absorption
C) To ensure the medication stays in the eye
D) To stabilize the eyelid
Ans: C
Punctal occlusion, or gentle pressure to the inside corner of the eye at the nose, helps to slow systemic absorption and ensure that the medication stays in the eye. Having the head lower than the body aids in dispersing the medication over the cornea. Placing the heel of the hand on the child's forehead and then retracting the lower lid helps to stabilize it.
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