How should a patient demonstrate proper insertion technique?

• A. Soak lens in hot water
• B. Place lens on top of eyelid
• C. Stepwise demonstration: wash hands, orient lens on finger, place lens on cornea, center with blink, and verify comfort.
• D. Push lens into eye

Answer: (C)

Proper insertion technique is demonstrated most effectively by a clean, stepwise routine that ensures the lens ends up correctly centered and comfortable. Start with washing hands to prevent contamination, then place the lens on the fingertip with the correct orientation so it isn’t inverted. Gently bring the lens toward the eye and place it on the cornea, using a calm blink to help center it. Finally, confirm comfort and clear vision; if anything feels off, remove and reinsert after re-washing hands. This approach avoids unsafe actions like soaking in hot water, which can warp or contaminate the lens, and avoids placing the lens on the eyelid or pushing it into the eye, since the lens must rest on the cornea for proper fit and tear exchange.