A patient with glaucoma is prescribed pilocarpine 1% eye drops every 6 hours. What outcome should the nurse expect from this medication?
a. Reduction of inflammation of the iris and choroids
b. Prevention of dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva
c. Dilation of the pupil by paralyzing the ciliary muscle
d. Promotion of drainage of aqueous humor from the anterior chamber of the eye
ANS: D
This medication promotions drainage of aqueous humor from the anterior chamber of the eye and reduces pressure in the eye as the fluid does not build up. A. B. C. This medication does not perform these actions.
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A) providing privacy is not necessary. B) store plastic dentures in a cup of hot water. C) wearing gloves is not necessary. D) line the sink with paper towels.