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IN THE LAB: Proper Eye Drop Instillation

Written by Taylor Miranda | Feb 23, 2016 9:30:00 PM

Pop Quiz

What is the first step before eye drop instillation? (Answer at the bottom, but don't cheat!)

a.) Wear a clean pair of gloves
b.) Wash your hands with soap and water
c.) Wrap your non-dominant index finger with tissue paper
d.) All of the above
e.) None of the above

Whether you're a healthcare professional or a mom trying to clean out her son's twitchy eye, learning proper eye drop instillation is useful to know! 

 

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Answer: b.) Wash your hands with soap and water