The nurse administers polyvinyl alcohol (Liquifilm) to a client to prevent:
1. inflammation.
2. redness.
3. infection.
4. dry eyes.
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Polyvinyl alcohol does not prevent inflammation.
Rationale 2: Polyvinyl alcohol does not prevent redness.
Rationale 3: Polyvinyl alcohol does not prevent infection.
Rationale 4: Polyvinyl alcohol is used as a lubricant to treat dry eyes.
Global Rationale: Polyvinyl alcohol is used as a lubricant to treat dry eyes. It is not useful for the remaining applications.
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