Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
The nurse is preparing to administer pilocarpine hydrochloride eye drops to a client with glaucoma. Which is the correct technique to administer eye drops? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,C,D
Rationale
Correct technique includes tilting the head back (A), placing drops in the conjunctival sac (C), and waiting 3-5 minutes between drops (D). Drops should not be placed above the pupil (B), and rubbing eyelids (E) risks contamination and reduced absorption.