Author Question: The nurse anticipates treatment for cataracts to be: a. administration of medications that ... (Read 13 times)

folubunmi · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse anticipates treatment for cataracts to be:

a. administration of medications that enhance pupillary constriction
b. cryotherapy
c. iridectomy
d. surgical removal of the lens

Question 2

The client asks the nurse What is the most common cause of cataracts? The BEST response by the nurse would be:

a. Cataracts occur as a result of aging.
b. Cataracts occur as a result of congenital defects.
c. Cataracts occur as a result of systemic diseases characterized by metabolic problems.
d. Cataracts occur as a result of uveitis.

hugthug12 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
A cataract occurs when the lens or its capsule loses its transparency; it becomes cloudy, and visual impairment results. Cataracts are usually associated with aging. Treatment is surgical removal of the lens and implantation of an intraocular lens when significant visual loss has occurred. Most eye surgery is performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The client must have a driver available to provide transportation home.

Answer to Question 2

A
A cataract occurs when the lens or its capsule loses its transparency; it becomes cloudy, and visual impairment results. Cataracts are usually associated with aging. Treatment is surgical removal of the lens and implantation of an intraocular lens when significant visual loss has occurred. Most eye surgery is performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The client must have a driver available to provide transportation home.