Which of the following actions helps prevent systemic absorption of a topical medication used in the eye?
A. Applying pressure just below the inner corner of the eye
B. Tilting the head toward the opposite eye
C. Irrigating the eye after applying the medication
D. Asking the patient to blink rapidly after applying the medication
E. Keeping the eye open (without blinking) for 15 seconds
A. Applying pressure just below the inner corner of the eye
Applying pressure with one finger just below the corner of each eye after instilling medication prevents systemic absorption.
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