Which medication does the nurse anticipate for a client who will undergo an ophthalmic examination?
1. Antimicrobials and local anesthetics
2. Local anesthetics and NSAIDs
3. Corticosteroids and antibiotics
4. Cycloplegics and mydriatics
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Corticosteroids, antibiotics, and local anesthetics are used to treat infections, inflammation, and minor irritations of the eye.
Rationale 2: Corticosteroids, antibiotics, and local anesthetics are used to treat infections, inflammation, and minor irritations of the eye.
Rationale 3: Corticosteroids, antibiotics, and local anesthetics are used to treat infections, inflammation, and minor irritations of the eye.
Rationale 4: Cycloplegic drugs relax ciliary muscles and mydriatic drugs dilate the pupils; these are specifically designed for ophthalmic examinations.
Global Rationale: Cycloplegic drugs relax ciliary muscles and mydriatic drugs dilate the pupils; these are specifically designed for ophthalmic examinations. Corticosteroids, antibiotics, and local anesthetics are used to treat infections, inflammation, and minor irritations of the eye.
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