The client asks the nurse why he is to receive flurbiprofen sodium during ocular surgery. The nurse's best response is:

a. "It is used because you have herpes simplex keratitis."
b. "It is administered to constrict your pupils."
c. "It is used to reduce edema and inflammation."
d. "One drop is administered q. 30 minutes beginning two hours before surgery."


ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate use prior to surgery.
B Incorrect: It is used to prevent pupil constriction.
C Correct: This is the purpose and action of this medication.
D Incorrect: This is a true statement, but does not address the client's question.

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