The nurse cares for a client who wears soft contact lenses for vision correction. Which statement will the nurse include when teaching the client about care of the lenses?
A. "If you do not have saline solution, saliva works to cleanse the lenses."
B. "If you wear disposable lenses, it is acceptable to cleanse them and wear them again."
C. "If you are removing the lens, place your thumb and forefinger directly on the lens."
D. "If you wear disposable lenses, be sure to cleanse the lens container daily."
Answer: C
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