A Patient with Macular Degeneration Is Being Treated with Verteporfin

Multiple Choice

A patient with macular degeneration is being treated with verteporfin (Visudyne) .What should the nurse emphasize in the patient teaching in order to reduce the risk of complications from this treatment?

A) Apply lotion to the skin for two weeks after the treatment
B) Increase the intake of water for three days after the treatment
C) Avoid indoor and outdoor light for five days after treatment
D) Wear sunglasses when going out of doors for one week after treatment