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RODY.ELKHALIL

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What is a long-term complication of diabetes mellitus?
 
  a. Diverticulitis
  b. Renal failure
  c. Hypothyroidism
  d. Hyperglycemia

Question 2

The 62-year-old home health patient who is recovering from eye surgery complains of a feeling of grittiness in the eye and is having blurred vision. The eyes are reddened and have stringy mucus. What do these complaints indicate?
 
  a. Sjgren syndrome
  b. Early cataracts
  c. Macular degeneration
  d. Retinal detachment



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Long-term complications of diabetes include blindness, cardiovascular problems, and renal failure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The Sjgren syndrome of dry eye frequently appears after eye surgery. There is insufficient production of tears. Excessive use of antihistamines, antidepressants, and decongestants may cause this syndrome to appear.





 

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