The LPN is assisting a patient prepare for an eye exam. Which of the following eye drops will be used to help allow visualization of the retina?
| a. | Apraclonidine HCl (lopidine) |
| b. | Acetazolamide (Diamox) |
| c. | Atropine (Atropine Ophthalmic) |
| d. | Cyclosporine (Restasis) |
- While reviewing patients scheduled at the optometrist’s office, the LPN determines which of the following individuals is most likely to take medications for the treatment of glaucoma?
| a. | A 32-year-old patient with a history of asthma and astigmatism |
| b. | A 74-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and diabetes |
| c. | A 61-year-old patient with a history of gout and a hiatal hernia |
| d. | A 49-year-old patient with a history of breast cancer and anemia |
- During the care of a patient with pink eye, the LPN prepares to provide gentamicin ophthalmic (Garamycin) eye drops. Which of the statements by the LPN is best?
| a. | “This may burn just a bit when I administer the drops.” |
| b. | “This medication will numb your eyes for about fifteen minutes.” |
| c. | “Your eyes will be very sensitive to light for the next four hours.” |
| d. | “You will probably notice that your tears are bright yellow for a while.” |
- An LPN working in an eye, ear, nose, and throat clinic determines that long-term use of which medication should be avoided?
| a. | Tetracaine (Altacaine) |
| b. | Glycerine (Osmoglyn) |
| c. | Meclizine (Antivert) |
| d. | Prednisolone ophthalmic (Econopred Plus) |
- An LPN working in an outpatient clinic is counseling a patient with cerumen buildup. Which of the following over-the-counter products would be appropriate to assist with this concern?
| a. | Rubbing alcohol |
| b. | Hydrogen peroxide |
| c. | Witch hazel |
| d. | Baking soda |
