Answer:
Some of the important things to know regarding the proper instillation of topical eye medication are as follows:
a. After demonstrating the procedure, wash the hand properly and wear the gloves on both the hands in order to prevent the spread of microbes.
b. Expose only the part of the eye, where medicine is to be administered.
c. Tilt the head of the patient backward and place the index finger on the delicate spot just underneath the lower lid, and slowly and carefully pull down to produce a pocket for instilling the medication.
d. Apply for medicine from inner canthus to the outer canthus of eye.
e. The concentration or number of drops to be administered should be based on instructions provided by the physician.
f. After administration of the medicine close the eyes for proper absorption of the medicine.
