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Jipu 123

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A patient is diagnosed with a corneal abrasion. What should the nurse instruct this patient?
 
  1. Do not share or use another person's eye makeup.
  2. Only share a towel with family members.
  3. Gently rub the eyes when itchy.
  4. Use the prescribed eye drops until the symptoms disappear.

Question 2

A patient comes into the clinic complaining of black spots and a curtain dropping in the right eye. The nurse realizes that this patient is experiencing signs of what health problem?
 
  1. detached retina
  2. conjunctivitis
  3. sty
  4. cataract



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Answer to Question 1

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Teach all patients about proper eye care, including the importance of not sharing makeup and towels, avoiding rubbing or scratching the eyes, and preventing trauma and infection. Rubbing the eyes may further cause trauma or injury. Prescribed medications must be taken as long as ordered.

Answer to Question 2

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Flashes of light, floaters, or the sensation of a curtain being drawn over the eye are indicators of retinal detachment. Conjunctivitis presents with pain, redness, and possible discharge. A sty would demonstrate swelling and tenderness. Cataracts manifest with opacity of the eye.




Jipu 123

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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