b'Penetrating Eye InjuryChapter hapterHow to RecogniseSevere pain in the eye.Blood is often visible inside the eye.Bleeding from the eye. Pupil may be distorted with associated impaired vision.Extreme sensitivity to light (photophobia). Patient will be distressed, agitated and shocked.Make no attempt to handle, touch or remove any penetrating eye objecteven with a stream of water.How to ManagePosition the patient flat on their back with the head slightly raised on a pillow to helpdecrease any pressure that may be forming in the injured eye. Carefully build up padding around the object on either side of the eye. A plastic drink cup or cone may be used to improvise.Bandage over and around the padding so the object is stable and cannot accidentallybe knocked or bumped.Do not apply any pressure to the injured eye.Lightly cover the uninjured eye because this will help restrict all eye movement andreduce any further damage to the injured eye. If the patient becomes distressed or disorientated, especially in children, cover the affected eye only.Rest and reassure.Call Ambulance 000.Eye Injuries 173'