Instillation of Eye Medications

Question 1

When giving eye medications, do this to prevent medication from going into the lacrimal duct

Answer 1

Apply pressure to the inner canthus

Question 2

Pull which eye lid where

Answer 2

Down toward cheeck

Question 3

Squeeze eye drop into the

Answer 3

Conjunctiva sac

Question 4

If more than one drop is prescribed, wait how many minutes before applying another drop

Answer 4

3 to 5 minutes

Question 5

Don’t let the bottle (eye drop)

Answer 5

touch the eyelid

Question 6

Clinical Priorities Eye Drops

Answer 6

Cornea is sensitive - don’t put drops on it
Wear non - sterile gloves
Tilt head back to apply drops (unless cervical spine injury)