The nurse taught the client how to self-administer eye drops and the client was performing a return demonstration. During this time, the client inadvertently touched the applicator to their cornea, which caused the client to blink and produce tears. How will the nurse document this occurrence?

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It is a normal response for the client to blink and produce tears when the applicator touches their cornea. This is a protective reflex of the eye. Therefore, the nurse should document this as a normal response.

The Nurse Taught the Client How to Self-Administer Eye Drops