
The nurse is preparing to provide eye medication to a patient.In which order should the nurse perform this procedure? Place the steps in the order (1-6)in which they should be performed.All options must be used.
A) ____ Instruct the patient to tilt head backward and look up toward the ceiling.
B) ____ Check the medications for dosage, strength, side effects, contraindications, and expiration date.
C) ____ Approach the patient's eye from the side, and instill the prescribed amount of medication into the lower lid pocket.
D) ____ Gently pull the lower lid down and out to form a pocket.
E) ____ Gently apply pressure with a tissue to the punctum for at least 1 minute to prevent the medication from being absorbed systemically.
F) ____ Wipe any excess medication from eyelids or cheek.
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