A nurse is performing a vision screening for a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client has cataract?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Report of a chronic dull ache in the eyes: Eye discomfort or ache is more commonly associated with conditions like glaucoma or eye strain. Cataracts are typically painless and do not produce chronic dull ache. B. Bilateral redness of the sclerae: Redness of the sclera indicates inflammation or infection, such as conjunctivitis, and is not a characteristic sign of cataracts. C. Increased opacity of the lens of the eye: Cataracts are defined by a clouding or opacity of the eye’s lens, which interferes with light transmission and vision. This physical change in the lens is the hallmark finding in cataract development. D. Report of seeing halos around lights: Seeing halos is more commonly associated with glaucoma due to increased intraocular pressure, rather than cataracts. While cataracts may cause blurred or dim vision, halos are not the primary symptom.