Topical Drops: Proper Instillation & Patient Education

Topical Drops: Proper Instillation & Patient Education

Clinical Skills Corner
Episode 20
04:182025-10-12
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Episode Description

Learn correct eye drop instillation techniques and crucial patient education for safe, effective treatment. This episode covers instillation, punctal occlusion, and how to manage common patient challenges to ensure medication adherence.

Tags

eye drops
medication adherence
punctal occlusion
patient education
topical medication
optometry treatment
drop instillation
systemic absorption
assistive devices

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