The nurse prepares to administer cyclosporine (Restasis)eyedrops to a patient with dry eyes.Which of the following actions should the nurse implement before instilling the eyedrops?

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Patients with dry eyes frequently awaken with encrusted eyes.Before instilling any eyedrops,the nurse cleanses the periorbital area with a warm face cloth to remove the debris gently.The nurse can apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye after instillation to decrease systemic absorption of the medication but should not apply pressure over the entire eye.Eyedrops,not ointment,have been ordered.The nurse wipes the eyes from inner to outer canthus.

The Nurse Prepares to Administer Cyclosporine (Restasis)eyedrops to a Patient