A metal fragment went into the right eye of a factory worker. How should the nurse treat him?
A. Cover both the eyes and transfer the client to the ER.
B. Cover the right eye with a sterile 4×4.
C. Flush the eyes with running water for 10 minutes.
D. Try to remove the metal with a cotton-tipped applicator.
Answer:A
A metal fragment went into the right eye of a factory worker. How should the nurse treat him?
A. Cover both the eyes and transfer the client to the ER. B. Cover the right eye with a sterile 4×4. C. Flush the eyes with running water for 10 minutes. D. Try to remove the metal with a cotton-tipped applicator.