On removing a soft contact lens, the nurse observes that it is sticking together. Which should the nurse implement before storing or reinserting the lens?
1. Soak lens in saline solution.
2. Rub the contact lens briskly.
3. Pry lens apart with fingertip.
4. Use cleaning solution on lens.
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1. A soft contact lens sticks together because it is dry, so the nurse rehydrates the lens with saline solution and the lens becomes soft, supple, less sticky, and suitable for the client to wear or to store.
2. Hard and soft contact lenses are never rubbed because rubbing is likely to damage the lens.
3. The nurse avoids prying apart the lens to prevent lens damage.
4. Cleaning solution for lenses is intended to remove residue and debris from the lens but is not intended as a source of lens hydration. After using the cleaning solution, the nurse rinses the lens in saline solution before storage or reinsertion.
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