Although eye treatment is an important aspect of patient care, nurses may not always be aware of the implications of inadequate treatment of ophthalmic conditions. Topical eye treatments, including eye drops and ointments, are governed by the same controls as medication administered by other routes. The authors discuss eye treatment, the nurse’s role in safe administration of medication and patient compliance with therapy.
Nursing Standard. 17, 30, 42-44. doi: 10.7748/ns2003.04.17.30.42.c3372
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