A client needs to have both eye ointment and eye drops instilled. Which action by the nurse demonstrated good technique with ocular medication administration?

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For a client requiring both types of medications, the eye drops are instilled first, then the ointment. Eye drops should be shaken gently before administration. The eyes do not need to be taped shut. Ointment is applied from inner canthus to the outer canthus.

A Client Needs to Have Both Eye Ointment and Eye