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mp14

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which is an age-related disease with loss of central vision?
 
  A) macular degeneration
  B) papilledema
  C) retinitis pigmentosa
  D) presbyopia

Question 2

The client who is allergic to shellfish accidentally ingested some shrimp. The client should be observed for verruca.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct The macula is the area of greatest visual acuity in the center of the visual field.
B) Papilledema occurs at the optic disk, which does not affect central vision.
C) Retinitis pigmentosa causes vision loss in all parts of the visual field.
D) Presbyopia is an age-related disease, but it causes blurriness, not loss of central vision.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


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