While assessing an 18-year-old for an overdose, you prepare to check his pupils for reactivity. Which guideline would you follow to properly check the pupils if you suspect drug use and are in a normally lit room?
- Start by covering both eyes with cupped hands.
- First note pupil size before you shine any light on them.
- Have the patient blink several times before inspecting pupil size.
- Tell the patient to stare straight at the penlight before activating it.