The nurse is counseling a client with glaucoma. The nurse ...

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The nurse is counseling a client with glaucoma. The nurse explains that, if left untreated, the condition can lead to
 
  1. myopia.
  2. nearsightedness.
  3. diabetes mellitus.
  4. blindness.

Question 2

The client receives eyedrops as treatment for glaucoma. The client calls the clinic one day and tells the nurse that his eye color is changing. What is the best response by the nurse?
 
  1. This is an expected side effect of the medication.
  2. This is unusual; please come in for an evaluation.
  3. Are you sure that your eyes have changed color?
  4. What do you mean that your eyes have changed color?

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Myopia is the same as nearsightedness, which is a risk factor for glaucoma.
Rationale 2: Nearsightedness is a risk factor for glaucoma.
Rationale 3: Diabetes mellitus is a risk factor leading to glaucoma.
Rationale 4: Glaucoma can lead to optic nerve damage and blindness.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The iris may change color with the medication; this is expected.
Rationale 2: It is not unusual for the eyes to change color; this is an expected reaction.
Rationale 3: The client has said his eye color is changing; it is condescending to ask him if he is sure.
Rationale 4: Asking the client what he means by saying his eyes have changed color does not make sense; he means his eyes have changed color.

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