A client with a suspected eye injury undergoes evaluation with fluorescein (Fluorocyte).If an injury is present,the nurse anticipates seeing which of the following colors when an ultraviolet light shines on the eye?

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Fluorescein is a dye that is used to identify corneal abrasions and ulcers. When illuminated with a cobalt-blue light, the affected area of the cornea will fluoresce a bright green color, making it easy to identify the location and size of the injury. Therefore, the correct answer is D) Green.

A Client with a Suspected Eye Injury Undergoes Evaluation with Fluorescein