Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research1735-90662362018100615861586ENDepartment of Adult Health Nursing, Babcock, University School of Nursing, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria2018100620181006<p>Dear Editor, This letter is in response to the article written by Davoodabady et al.[1] Unconscious patients are prone to exposure keratopathy, especially due to loss of cornea reflex and lack of tear production, which are natural protective mechanisms for the eyes.[2] Such patients cannot nictitate and close their eyelid due to reduction in consciousness level and receiving tranquilizers and anesthetic medicines. As a result, the risk of eye injuries such as dryness, abrasion, tear, and keratitis increases.[3]....</p><p> </p>http://ijnmr.mui.ac.ir/index.php/ijnmr/article/view/1586http://ijnmr.mui.ac.ir/index.php/ijnmr/article/download/1586/70707141