The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is treating an infant with lacrimal duct obstruction who has developed bacterial conjunctivitis. After 2 weeks of treatment with topical antibiotics along with massage and frequent cleansing of secretions, the infant's symptoms have not improved. Which action is correct?

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The lack of improvement in the infant's symptoms despite 2 weeks of topical antibiotics and conservative measures indicates the need for further evaluation by a specialist. Referral to an ophthalmologist is the appropriate next step in management.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Is Treating an Infant