Administering Ophthalmic Medication Procedures

Karen Chapman and Heather Barnett introduce themselves and outline the purpose of the tutorial, which is to demonstrate how to administer ophthalmic drops to a patient. The tutorial covers preparation steps, including understanding the medication dosage and ensuring cleanliness. It then details the process of administering the drops, emphasizing the importance of using the correct technique to avoid injury and ensure proper medication distribution.

What is Karen Chapman's role at Texas A&M?

• Veterinary Surgeon

• Medicine Technician

• Ophthalmology Technician

• Kennel Technician

What is Heather Barnett's current position?

• Veterinary Surgeon

• Flower Tech for Medicine

• LVT

• Ophthalmology Technician

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Conducting a physical exam

• Giving ophthalmic drops

• Performing surgery

• Administering vaccines

What should be used to wipe away any discharge from the eye?

• Bare hands

• A towel

• Cotton ball or gauze sponge

• Tissue paper

Before opening the medication, what should the technician ensure?

• The correct amount of medication is known

• The patient is asleep

• The room is dark

• The medication is cold

Which hand should be used to hold the medication?

• Non-dominant hand

• Either hand

• Dominant hand

• Both hands

How should the eyelids be manipulated during the procedure?

• Use a tool to hold the eyelids

• Do not touch the eyelids

• Pull down the lower lid and lift the upper lid

• Pull down the upper lid and lift the lower lid

What is the correct distance to hold the medication above the eye?

• Two inches away

• Half an inch away

• At least an inch above the eye

• Directly touching the eye

What should be avoided when applying the medication?

• Applying the medication too quickly

• Using too much medication

• Holding the medication too high

• Touching the dispenser to the eye

What should be done after releasing the eyelids?

• Apply more medication

• Wipe the eye again

• Allow the dog to blink

• Close the eye manually