The nurse administers eyedrops to a patient and instructs the patient to apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye for 1 minute after application of the drops. Which of these, if stated by a patient, indicates to the nurse correct understanding of the main purpose of why this pressure is applied?

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Applying pressure to the inner corner of the eye helps to close the tear duct and reduce absorption of the eyedrops into the bloodstream. This allows more of the medication to remain in the eye, increasing its effectiveness. Protecting the facial skin, increasing the onset of action, or maintaining greater concentration are not the main purposes of applying pressure to the inner corner of the eye after administering eyedrops.

The Nurse Administers Eyedrops to a Patient and Instructs the Patient