The nurse should instruct clients with conjunctivitis to:
A)
use over-the-counter eyedrops to reduce the redness in the eyes.
B)
wash around the eyes with mild soap and water.
C)
keep the hands away from the eyes and not rub the eyes.
D)
use an eye patch until the redness disappears.
C
Explanation:
A)
The bacteria or fungal organisms causing conjunctivitis are frequently spread by hand contact. Rubbing the eye causes further irritation. Corticosteroid and topical antiseptics are used to treat the infection and inflammation. An eye patch is not necessary.
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B)
The bacteria or fungal organisms causing conjunctivitis are frequently spread by hand contact. Rubbing the eye causes further irritation. Corticosteroid and topical antiseptics are used to treat the infection and inflammation. An eye patch is not necessary.
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Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
The bacteria or fungal organisms causing conjunctivitis are frequently spread by hand contact. Rubbing the eye causes further irritation. Corticosteroid and topical antiseptics are used to treat the infection and inflammation. An eye patch is not necessary.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
The bacteria or fungal organisms causing conjunctivitis are frequently spread by hand contact. Rubbing the eye causes further irritation. Corticosteroid and topical antiseptics are used to treat the infection and inflammation. An eye patch is not necessary.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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