The nurse is orienting a new graduate nurse about eye irrigation. Which statement indicates a good level of understanding of the procedure? (Select all that apply.)
a. "I should irrigate from inner to outer can-thus.".
b. "I should tell the patient not to blink.".
c. "I should always remove the contact lenses first.".
d. "I should hold the lids open by putting gentle pressure to the lower bony orbit.".
e. "I should irrigate until clear or prescribed amount of time is reached.".
A, D, E
The eye is irrigated from the inner to outer canthus. The patient is allowed to blink periodically, which can help move secretions from the upper conjunctival sac. You should determine if the patient is wearing contact lenses. Do not remove contact lenses unless there is a rapid swelling, there is a chemical injury, or you cannot get rapid medical attention. You can remove them later if they do not flush out during irrigation. Continue irrigation with prescribed solution, volume, or time or until secretions are cleared.
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