Chapter 6. Non-Parenteral Medication Administration Show
Instilling Eye MedicationsThe eye is the most sensitive organ to which medication may be applied (Perry et al., 2014). The cornea is especially sensitive, making the conjunctival sac the appropriate site for instilling eye (ophthalmic) medications. Checklist 48 outlines the steps for instilling eye medications. Checklist 48: Instilling Eye (Ophthalmic) Medications
Instilling Ear MedicationsInternal ear structures are particularly sensitive to temperature extremes. Therefore, ear (otic) medications should always be administered at room temperature. Always use sterile ear drops in case the ear drum is ruptured. Checklist 49 outlines the steps for instilling ear medications. Checklist 49: Instilling Ear (Octic) Medications
Instilling Nasal MedicationsNasal medications are instilled for the treatment of allergies, nasal congestion, and sinus infections. The nose is not a sterile cavity, but medical asepsis must be observed because of its connection to the sinuses. Checklist 50 outlines the steps for instilling nasal medications. Checklist 50: Instilling Nasal Medications
When irrigating the eye gently irrigate from inner to outer?Terms in this set (30) Irrigation, or lavage, of the eye is necessary to remove foreign substances or chemicals. During eye irrigation, gently irrigate from outer to inner canthus, aiming at the upper conjunctiva.
In what position should a patient be placed for an eye irrigation?You'll be asked to lay flat and turn your head to the side to be irrigated so any liquid can fall into the catch bin. If the doctor determines that sitting up is a better position, you'll sit with your head slightly tilted back and supported.
When performing an irrigation of the eye what are the appropriate techniques a nurse should follow?Open the eyelids. If necessary, gently use eyelid retractors. Pour or syringe the fluid slowly and steadily, from no more than 5 centimetres away, onto the front surface of the eye, inside the lower eyelid and under the upper eyelid. If possible, evert the upper eyelid to access all of the upper conjunctival fornix.
What is the purpose of eye irrigation?Eye irrigation is used to flush particles and harmful chemicals from the conjunctiva and cornea. Eyelid eversion is used to expose the superior palpebral conjunctiva and fornix, so that foreign matter can be identified in these areas.
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