A client is prescribed oxymetazoline (Ocu-clear)ophthalmic solution for redness of the eye and eye irritation.The nurse should include which of the following statements in the client teaching? Select all that apply.

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Oxymetazoline is a decongestant that works by constricting blood vessels in the eyes to reduce redness and swelling. Transient stinging upon application (A), headache or brow pain (B), and blurred vision (E) are known side effects of oxymetazoline ophthalmic solutions. Dizziness (C) and vomiting (D) are less common and not typically associated with ophthalmic administration of this medication.

A Client Is Prescribed Oxymetazoline (Ocu-Clear)ophthalmic Solution for Redness of the Eye