The nurse at an ophthalmologist's office is training a new nurse. They care for a patient who has just received fluorescein. Which statement or statements by the new nurse best demonstrate understanding of fluorescein? (Select all that apply.)
a. "It may cause nausea and vomiting."
b. "It is used to inspect the pupils for regularity."
c. "It is used to inspect the cornea for lesions."
d. "It may cause bradycardia."
e. "It may cause pruritus."
ANS: A, C, E
Fluorescein may cause nausea and vomiting; it is used to inspect the cornea for lesions; and it may cause pruritus. Nausea, vomiting, and pruritus are adverse effects of the drug.
Fluorescein is not used to inspect the pupils for regularity. This can be done with a pen light.
Fluorescein does not cause bradycardia. Bradycardia is associated with beta blockers.
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