The client is using an ophthalmic beta-blocking agent for the treatment of glaucoma. Which of the following actions should the nurse teach the client to prevent orthostatic hypotension?
A. "Change positions slowly."
B. "Take your pulse rate at least four times daily."
C. "Apply pressure to the inside corner of your eye when putting the drops into the eye."
D. "Be sure to lie down for at least 10 minutes after putting the drops into your eyes."
C
Nasal punctal occlusion during eye drop instillation keeps the drug in contact with the eye struc-tures longer and decreases systemic absorption and side effects.
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