Which action is correct when applying antibiotic eye ointment to a patient with bacterial conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: A. Place a thin ribbon inside the lower conjunctival sac
- A. Place a thin ribbon inside the lower conjunctival sac
- B. Apply the ointment directly onto the cornea
- C. Rub the ointment over the closed upper eyelid
- D. Press the tube tip against the lower eyelid
Explanation
The ointment is placed as a thin ribbon in the lower conjunctival sac without touching the tube tip to the eye. Direct corneal application and contact with the tube can cause injury or contamination.
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