Before inserting a contact lens into the client's eye,the nurse should:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Apply snug,powder-free gloves.This reduces the transmission of microorganisms,while powder may irritate the eyes.Snug gloves prevent accidental contact with the eyes.
Contact lens care is not a sterile procedure and does not require sterile gloves.Rinsing the hands with alcohol provides no advantage during care of contact lenses,and any lingering alcohol would be painful if it touched the client's eye.A fluffy towel could transmit lint to the nurse's hands that could enter the client's eye.

Before Inserting a Contact Lens into the Client's Eye,the Nurse