What is the correct procedure for performing an ophthalmoscopic examination on a client's right retina?

The procedure for performing an ophthalmoscopic examination on a client's right retina involves shining the light directly into the pupil to adequately visualize the interior structures of the eye. When you shine the light into the pupil from a distance of 12 to 15 inches, you can illuminate the retina properly, allowing for a clear view of the optic disc, blood vessels, and other retinal features. This distance is effective for ensuring that you maintain a focused and detailed view, which is crucial for accurate assessment.

Confirming the client’s attention by looking at the examiner's nose is helpful but doesn’t directly relate to the technical aspects of the procedure. Holding the ophthalmoscope in front of the examiner's right eye is an important part of the examination setup, but it is more relevant to correct positioning than to the procedure itself. Maintaining a distance of at least 3 inches from the client's eye would hinder the ability to see the retina clearly, as this distance is too far for optimal visualization. Thus, shining the ophthalmoscope light into the pupil from 12 to 15 inches is the essential technique for effective retinal examination.