A patient has developed keratitis. When planning care, the nurse would anticipate that the first intervention to improve the patient's comfort would be the use of:
a. eye shields.
b. artificial tears.
c. cold compresses.
d. warm compresses.
B
Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea caused by irritation or infection. Artificial tears will reduce the irritation. Antibiotics can be given in the event of a bacterial infection. Eye shields and compresses are not indicated in the management of this condition.
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