Which of the following should you do to minimize the amount of an ocular medication that is absorbed systemically?
1. Place the drops directly on the eyeball.
2. Try to put the drops under the upper lid.
3. Administer half the scheduled dose.
4. Apply pressure over the nasolacrimal duct during administration.
ANS: 4
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