Which should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with periorbital ecchymosis? Select all that apply
1. Apply ice to the site for 5 to 15 minutes every hour for the first 1 to 2 days.
2. Apply warm compresses beginning on day 3.
3. Apply antibiotic ointment to the conjunctiva for 7 to 10 days.
4. Apply a patch to the affected eye for 5 to 7 days.
5. Apply antibiotic drops to the conjunctiva for 7 to 10 days.
1, 2
Explanation:
1. Ice should be applied to the injured eye for 5 to 15 minutes every hour for the first 1 to 2 days.
2. Warm compresses should be applied to the injured eye beginning on day 3.
3. Antibiotic ointment is not an appropriate intervention for an eye injury.
4. An eye patch is not needed for this eye injury; this intervention may be implemented for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with a corneal abrasion.
5. Antibiotic drops are not an appropriate intervention for an eye injury.
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