A nurse is caring for a client following cataract surgery.Which of the following comments from the client should the nurse report to the client's provider?

Choice A rationaleWhile it is understandable that a client with a patch on one eye after cataract surgery might express fear of falling due to altered depth perception, this comment reflects anxiety and a potential safety concern that the nurse should address with safety measures and reassurance, but it is not necessarily an unexpected complication requiring immediate reporting to the provider.Choice B rationaleReporting severe eye pain to the provider is crucial following cataract surgery. While some mild discomfort is expected, significant pain can indicate a potential complication such as increased intraocular pressure, infection (endophthalmitis), or corneal abrasion, all of which require prompt medical evaluation and intervention to prevent vision loss.Choice C rationaleMild itching after cataract surgery can be related to the healing process or the surgical dressing. Instructing the client not to rub the eye is appropriate to prevent infection or disruption of the surgical site. While the nurse should reinforce this instruction, the itching itself, without other signs of complications, does not necessarily warrant immediate reporting to the provider.Choice D rationaleSensitivity to bright light (photophobia) is a common occurrence after cataract surgery due to pupillary dilation during the procedure and the eye's adjustment to the new lens. Providing sunglasses or dimming the lights can help alleviate this discomfort. While the nurse should address this concern, it is a common and expected symptom that does not usually require immediate reporting to the provider unless it is severe or accompanied by other concerning symptoms. .