Contact Lens Removal Instructions

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How should one remove a hard contact lens according to the text?

Pull the lower eyelid up above the edge of the lens

Press slightly onto the lower lid to slide out the lens (correct)

Push the lens directly onto the cornea

Twist the wand to help release the contact lens

What should be done if one is unable to remove a soft contact lens using the index finger and thumb technique?

Open the eye with your middle finger and thumb

Get a contact lens suction cup to remove the lens (correct)

Slide the lens up toward the upper lid

Place a drop of wetting solution in the eye

What is the purpose of placing each contact lens into separate containers with sterile water after removal?

To moisten the lenses

To label which eye the lens was removed from (correct)

To reuse the lenses

To clean the lenses

Why is it important to know your patients when inserting or removing contact lenses?

To provide personalized care Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when using a soft contact lens tool to insert or remove contact lenses?

Squeeze the wand to help release the contact lens Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended to remove a soft contact lens according to the text?

Slide the lens down towards the lower lid Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended liquid to use when performing ear irrigation?

Warm water and hydrogen peroxide Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to be careful but thorough when irrigating the eye?

To prevent future eye damage or loss of eyesight Signup and view all the answers

What should a patient do if they have a foreign substance in their eye and an emergency eyewash station is available?

Use the emergency eyewash station immediately Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a patient splashed a chemical into their eye before arriving at the ER or clinic?

Report if they used emergency eye wash and perform immediate flushing with sterile saline or water Signup and view all the answers

What may some examples of foreign bodies in the eye include?

Scrap of metal or jet fuel Signup and view all the answers

Why are most areas on base that deal with fuels or chemicals equipped with an emergency eyewash station?

To provide immediate eye flushing in case of chemical exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is the final stage of healing referred to as?

Maturation phase Signup and view all the answers

Which healing process is also known as primary union?

1st Intention Healing Signup and view all the answers

When would a wound be left open to heal from deep layers to the epidermis?

In 2nd Intention Healing Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of collagen breakdown and synthesis by macrophages called?

Maturation phase Signup and view all the answers

Which healing process may involve delayed wound closure due to repeated debridement?

Secondary closure Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when the initial closure of a wound breaks open and requires resuturing?

Wound dehiscence Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of utilizing a woods lamp during fluorescein eye stain?

To illuminate the area of abrasion or ulceration on the cornea Signup and view all the answers

Why should ear irrigations not be performed if there is a chance the tympanic membrane is perforated?

To avoid causing harm or damage to the inner ear structures Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after applying antibiotic ointment during fluorescein eye stain, as directed by the provider?

Apply a patch over the eye Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom to look for prior to ear irrigation according to the text?

Reddening of the tissue Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important not to allow patients to wear contacts overnight?

To avoid damaging their cornea Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after applying sterile saline to the fluorescein strip during fluorescein eye stain?

Ask the patient to blink several times Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of placing a chux pad and/or towel on the bed during eye irrigation?

To protect the patient's bedding and clothes from getting wet Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have the patient look down during eye irrigation?

To prevent irrigation solution from running into the unaffected eye Signup and view all the answers

Before irrigating the patient's eye, why is it necessary to stroke from the inner canthus to the outer edge of the affected eye?

To remove any debris or discharge from the eyelid Signup and view all the answers

What should be the temperature of the fluid used for eye irrigation?

Room temperature Signup and view all the answers

How should the provider position the exam light during eye irrigation?

So that it illuminates the affected eye Signup and view all the answers

Why does the provider ask the patient to tilt their head in the direction of the affected eye during eye irrigation?

To prevent runoff into the unaffected eye Signup and view all the answers