Which safety precaution should you teach a patient who is prescribed eye drops or eye ointment?

a. "Wash your hands before and after applying the drug."
b. "Do not share your eye medications with anyone else."
c. "Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages while taking this drug."
d. "Do not drive or use heavy equipment while your vision is blurred."


ANS: D

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