Question

A nurse has provided discharge instructions to a client following right eye cataract surgery about ways to avoid strain on the operative eye. The nurse determines that the client needs further instruction if the client makes which of the following statements?

Option 1: "I will resume reading my favorite book right away."
Option 2: "I will limit my screen time on electronic devices."
Option 3: "I will avoid bending over to pick up heavy objects."
Option 4: "I will use my prescribed eye drops as instructed."

Answer 1

After cataract surgery, it is important to avoid activities that can strain the operative eye, including reading. The client should wait until they are cleared by the healthcare provider before resuming reading.

Step-by-step explanation:

If the client makes the statement "I will resume reading my favorite book right away," the nurse should determine that the client needs further instruction. After cataract surgery, it is important to avoid activities that can strain the operative eye, including reading. The strain from reading can increase pressure in the eye and potentially disrupt the healing process. Therefore, the client should wait until they are cleared by the healthcare provider before resuming activities such as reading.

On the other hand, the statements "I will limit my screen time on electronic devices," "I will avoid bending over to pick up heavy objects," and "I will use my prescribed eye drops as instructed" are all correct and align with the nurse's instructions. Limiting screen time can reduce eye strain, avoiding bending over can prevent increased pressure in the eye, and using prescribed eye drops as instructed is important for the healing process.