A nurse at an ophthalmology clinic Is providing teaching to a client who has open-angle glaucoma and a new treatment regimen of timolol and pilocarpine eye drops. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?

The correct answer is choice d. I need to apply a sunscreen when I go outside.

Choice A rationale:

Taking over-the-counter antihistamines with dantrolene is not recommended because both can cause drowsiness and increase the risk of side effects.

Choice B rationale:

Dantrolene should be taken regularly as prescribed, not just when spasms are bad, to maintain consistent therapeutic levels and effectiveness.

Choice C rationale:

Muscle strength improvement with dantrolene may take longer than 2 to 3 days. It typically requires a few weeks to see significant benefits.

Choice D rationale:

Dantrolene can cause photosensitivity, making the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Therefore, applying sunscreen when going outside is important to prevent sunburn.

A.Sterile technique should ideally be used when handling the distal portion of the eyedropper to prevent introducing pathogens into the eye, as the eye is a sensitive area susceptible to infection.

B.When cleaning the eye, it is recommended to wipe from the inner canthus to the outer canthus to avoid bringing contaminants from the outer area closer to the tear duct, which reduces the risk of infection.

C.Applying pressure to the bridge of the nose is ineffective for preventing systemic absorption of the medication. Instead, pressure should be applied to the inner canthus (the nasolacrimal duct area) for about 1-2 minutes after instillation.

D.The correct technique for administering eye drops involves placing the prescribed number of drops into the conjunctival sac, not directly onto the cornea, as this can cause irritation and discomfort. Administering drops into the conjunctival sac allows for better absorption of the medication.