The nurse is visiting the home of a patient recovering from laser trabeculoplasty.Which observation made by the nurse increases this patient's risk of developing a postoperative complication?

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Picking up a 3-year-old grandchild increases the risk of increased intraocular pressure and subsequent complications after laser trabeculoplasty. Lifting heavy objects should be avoided for at least a week after the procedure to prevent complications. Taking a daily laxative, washing hands before applying eye drops, and applying pressure to the lacrimal duct after applying eye drops are all appropriate measures to promote healing and prevent infection after the procedure.

The Nurse Is Visiting the Home of a Patient Recovering