A client who is a firefighter sustains an eye injury caused by falling debris while cleaning up after a house fire. The client asks what can be done to prevent eye injuries in the future
What should the nurse instruct the client?
A) Irrigate the eyes with water after putting out a fire.
B) Wear protective glasses or goggles.
C) Use artificial tears every day.
D) Apply warm soaks to the eyes every evening before sleep.
Answer: B
Adults who work outdoors and fail to wear protective gear can develop an injury to the eye. The nurse should instruct the client to wear protective glasses or goggles when firefighting. Irrigating the eyes with warm water, using artificial tears, or applying warm soaks will not prevent an injury to the eye.
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