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Upon arrival to the nursery, Ilotycin (erythromycin) eyedrops are instilled in the newborn's eyes. The nurse understands that the medication will:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Erythromycin eyedrops are used prophylactically in newborns to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum, which can cause blindness.