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CRNE Canadian Registered Nurse

Category - Wellness

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A nurse is teaching a client with diplopia about using an eye patch. Which of the following instructions is the most appropriate for this client?
  1. Wear the patch for 12 hours at a time.
  2. Wear the patch continuously, alternating eyes every 24 hours.
  3. Wear the patch continuously, alternating eyes every week.
  4. Wear the patch only at night before sleep.
Explanation
Answer: B - The patch is worn continuously, alternating eyes every 24 hours for improved vision. Alternating the patch each day maintains the strength of the eyes’ extrinsic muscles. Alternating the patch every 12 hours is insufficient, whereas alternating the patch every week does not promote improved strength of the eye muscles. The eye patch is worn continuously, and not only before sleep.
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