NCLEX-PN Practice Q 92

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Which instruction should be included in the discharge teaching for the client with cataract surgery?

  

     A. Over-the-counter eye drops can be used to treat redness and irritation

     B. The eye shield should be worn at night

     C. It will be necessary to wear special cataract glasses

     D. A prescription for medication to control post-operative pain will be needed

    

    

Correct Answer: B. The eye shield should be worn at night

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Option B: The eye shield should be worn at night or when napping, to prevent accidental trauma to the operative eye.

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Option A: Prescription eye drops, not over-the-counter eye drops, are ordered for the client.

Option C: The client might or might not require glasses following cataract surgery.

Option D: Cataract surgery is pain-free.

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