A patient had cataract surgery without a lens implant.What teaching point is most important?
A)Keep your follow-up appointment with the surgeon.
B)Instill your eyedrops just like we have practiced.
C)Do not drive and be careful going up or down stairs.
D)Take acetaminophen (Tylenol)for pain.

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If cataract surgery was performed without a lens implant,the patient will wear glasses or contact lenses but will have a decrease in depth perception.The patient should not drive and should use extra caution negotiating stairs.The other instructions are appropriate for any patient having cataract surgery.

A Patient Had Cataract Surgery Without a Lens Implant