A client is using an ophthalmic preparation of gentamicin (Garamycin)for an eye infection.The nurse would teach the client to minimize the risk of systemic absorption by doing which of the following?

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Applying pressure to the inside corner of the eye (nasolacrimal occlusion) can prevent or minimize systemic absorption of ophthalmic medications by blocking the lacrimal ducts that drain into the nasal cavity. This allows the medication to remain in the eye and not be absorbed into the bloodstream. Rolling the eye, looking back and forth with the eye open, or blinking several times quickly do not affect the risk of systemic absorption.

A Client Is Using an Ophthalmic Preparation of Gentamicin (Garamycin)for