What is the rationale for the nurse applying gentle pressure to the inner corner of the eyelid after instilling eyedrops?
A) Decreases the risk of infection.
B) Maintains intraocular pressure.
C) Prevents systemic effects.
D) Provides comfort to the patient.

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Applying gentle pressure to the inner corner of the eyelid (the nasolacrimal duct) after instilling eyedrops helps to prevent the medication from draining into the nasal cavity and being absorbed into the bloodstream, thereby reducing the risk of systemic effects.

What Is the Rationale for the Nurse Applying Gentle Pressure