A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a left corneal transplant. The nurse observes purulent drainage from the affected eye. Which of the following actions is the nurseÔÇÖs priority?

The correct answer is C: Notify the surgeon. When purulent drainage is observed postoperatively following a corneal transplant, it indicates a potential infection. The nurse's priority is to notify the surgeon immediately to address the infection promptly to prevent further complications. Applying a non-pressure patch (choice A) or cleaning the eye (choice B) may not address the underlying infection. Instilling an antibiotic solution (choice D) without consulting the surgeon may not be appropriate as the surgeon may need to assess the situation first.