Corneal Disorders: Keratitis and Cataract

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What is a common manifestation of keratitis?

Swelling of the eyelids

Itchy eyes

Excessive tearing

Sensitivity to light (correct)

Which type of infection is NOT a cause of keratitis?

Viral

Fungal

Bacterial

Parasitic (correct)

What is a common assessment finding in patients with cataracts?

Pupil with milky-white appearance (correct)

Clear vision in bright lights

Increased night vision

Normal color perception

Which medication is NOT typically used as part of the treatment for keratitis?

Anti-inflammatory steroids Signup and view all the answers

What preoperative nursing care measure is NOT recommended for patients undergoing cataract surgery?

Increasing NSAIDs intake Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cataract surgery involves separating the lens and the cataract from the eye?

Extracapsular extraction (ECCE) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common postoperative nursing care intervention for a patient after cataract surgery to prevent increased intraocular pressure (IOP)?

Avoid coughing and sneezing Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is indicative of a detached retina?

Visual field loss Signup and view all the answers

What is a key nursing intervention post-photocoagulation surgery for a detached retina?

Using eye shield at night Signup and view all the answers

In macular degeneration, which part of vision is primarily affected?

Central vision Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature between dry and wet forms of age-related macular degeneration?

Presence of abnormal blood vessels in wet form Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate treatment for farsightedness with aging?

Convex Lens Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is commonly used for eye infections?

Penicillin Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of antiviral medications like Acyclovir and Ganciclovir?

Retinal toxicity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of lens is used to correct nearsightedness (myopia)?

Concave Lens Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred route of administration for posterior segment treatments in the eye?

Oral Signup and view all the answers

What defines vision impairment according to the given text?

Visual acuity of 20/40 or worse in the better-seeing eye Signup and view all the answers

What are common symptoms of glaucoma as described in the text?

Sudden severe eye pain and vomiting Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic test is used to measure intraocular pressure in glaucoma?

Tonometry Signup and view all the answers

What is a common medical management approach for chronic open-angle glaucoma?

Miotic eyedrops like Pilocarpine Signup and view all the answers

What surgical procedure involves creating an artificial opening to manage glaucoma?

Trabeculectomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended postoperative care after glaucoma surgery?

Administer medications and provide a quiet, dark environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct initial step for removing a loose foreign body from the conjunctiva of the eye?

Evert the lower lid gently and remove the particle using a sterile cotton applicator dipped in NS Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between blindness and low vision?

Blindness involves no light perception, while low vision requires the use of devices and strategies for visual tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of history taking when assessing visual impairment?

To determine the cause and duration of the visual impairment. Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered during nursing interventions for legally blind individuals?

Using clock placement for all objects in the environment. Signup and view all the answers

How should a nurse approach a person who is blind or has low vision?

Identify yourself before you make physical contact. Signup and view all the answers

What does legal blindness refer to?

An inability to perceive any light. Signup and view all the answers

What should a nurse do when approaching a legally blind individual?

Use clock placement for food and objects in the environment. Signup and view all the answers