Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
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A client with a history of glaucoma is prescribed timolol (Timoptic) eye drops. Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Pressing the inner corner (nasolacrimal occlusion) after instilling timolol prevents systemic absorption. Direct corneal application (A) is incorrect, pain-based use (C) is wrong, and refrigeration (D) is unnecessary.