6.
From the group of statements below, select the statement that contains the
information the patient should be told when an ophthalmic ointment is being
dispensed.
a. Vision may be impaired for a short time after the ointment has been placed in
the eye.
b. The ointment should be stored in a freezer in order to maintain its sterility.
c.
Large particles in the ointment may be reduced in size by rapidly batting the
eyes after the ointment has been applied.
d. Large particles in the ointment may be removed by filtering the product
through coarse grade gauze.
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