A client has been diagnosed with closed-angle glaucoma. Which ...

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A client has been diagnosed with closed-angle glaucoma. Which findings would the nurse interpret as indicating that the pharmacologic treatment regimen has been successful?
 
  1. The client reports being hungry.
  2. The client's last two intraocular pressure readings have been 19 mmHg and 18 mmHg.
  3. The client's eye is not as bloodshot.
  4. The client reports a sensation of drainage down the nose.
  5. The client's cough has diminished.

Question 2

A client is prescribed a beta-adrenergic blocker for treatment of glaucoma. The nurse provides specific information on administration technique to avoid which adverse effects?
 
  1. Bronchoconstriction
  2. Cardiac dysrhythmias
  3. Low blood pressure
  4. Rash
  5. Vomiting

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2,3
Rationale 1: Anorexia is not associated with closed-angle glaucoma.
Rationale 2: These IOP readings are trending toward normal.
Rationale 3: Resolution of increased IOP will reduce the appearance of being bloodshot.
Rationale 4: The client is not likely to feel this sensation.
Rationale 5: Cough is not a finding associated with glaucoma.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: The beta-adrenergic effects may cause bronchoconstriction if the medication is absorbed systemically.
Rationale 2: Systemic absorption may result in cardiac dysrhythmia.
Rationale 3: Hypotension may result if beta-adrenergic eyedrops are systemically absorbed.
Rationale 4: Rash is not an effect of systemic absorption of beta-adrenergic eyedrops.
Rationale 5: Vomiting is not an effect of systemic absorption of beta-adrenergic eyedrops.

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