Question

question 96
1 pts
what is recommended to prevent ophthalmic complications in patients with bells palsy?
acupuncture
lubricating eye drops
patching of the eye
sunglasses

Explanation:

Bell's palsy can cause facial muscle weakness, including those around the eye. This may lead to incomplete eyelid closure, increasing the risk of dryness and potential corneal damage. Lubricating eye drops help keep the eye moist, reducing the likelihood of such ophthalmic complications. Acupuncture is more for nerve - function improvement in general (not specifically for ophthalmic prevention). Patching the eye can be a supplementary measure but is not the primary recommended preventive for ophthalmic issues. Sunglasses mainly protect from external light and debris (not the main preventive for complications due to Bell's palsy - related eye problems).

Answer:

Lubricating eye drops