After returning home, a client who has had cataract surgery will need to continue to instill eye drops in the affected eye. The client is instructed to apply slight pressure against the nose at the inner canthus of the eye after instilling the eyedrops. The rationale that supports applying pressure is that it:

D Facilitates distribution of the medication over the eye surface. A Prevents the medication from entering the tear duct. B Prevents the drug from running down the client's face. C Allows the sensitive cornea to adjust to the medication.