A nurse is caring for a client with a sty on his left upper eyelid. Which of the following measures should the nurse employ when caring for this client?
A) Compress the sty to prevent spread of infection.
B) Apply pressure patching for 24 to 48 hours.
C) Apply warm, moist compresses over the eyelid.
D) Administer miotic drops, as ordered.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should apply warm, moist compresses over the eyelid to help localize the infection. The nurse should caution the client not to squeeze or compress a sty, which could spread the infection. The nurse should apply pressure patching for 24 to 48 hours in case of corneal injuries and not when treating a sty. Miotic drops are administered when treating acute angle glaucoma, not for treating a sty.
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