The client is diagnosed with acute bacterial conjunctivitis. The health-care provider prescribed erythromycin ophthalmic ointment. Which information should the nurse discuss with the client? 1. Apply...

The client is diagnosed with acute bacterial conjunctivitis. The health-care provider prescribed erythromycin ophthalmic ointment. Which information should the nurse discuss with the client?

1. Apply a thick line of ointment in the upper lid margin of the eye.

2. Instruct the client to look downward when applying the ointment.

3. Instruct the client to clean the eye with antibiotic solution prior to applying ointment.

4. Apply the ophthalmic ointment from the inner to the outer canthus