When teaching the client using an ophthalmic solution, the nurse should include:
a. "Be sure to use sterile gloves when administering your eye drops."
b. "Never use an ophthalmic solution that is cloudy."
c. "It is better if you have a home health nurse insert your eye drops."
d. "Apply the ointment to your eye using your dominant index finger."
ANS: B
Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not appropriate client teaching.
B Correct: This should be included in the teaching for any client prescribed ophthalmic solutions.
C Incorrect: This is not appropriate client teaching.
D Incorrect: This is not appropriate client teaching.
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