A patient with an ectropion continues to experience eye dryness and corneal abrasions. The nurse would reinforce teaching about which treatment option?

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Corrective surgery, specifically a surgical repair of the ectropion, is the most appropriate treatment option for this patient with continued eye dryness and corneal abrasions. The surgery can help to restore normal eyelid position, which may reduce dryness and abrasions. Corrective lenses may be helpful for some patients, but they are not the most appropriate treatment in this case. UV protective sunglasses and corneal transplant are not indicated for the treatment of ectropion.

A Patient with an Ectropion Continues to Experience Eye Dryness