Complete the sentence by choosing from the lists of options. When assessing the pupillary light reflex on a client, the nurse should shine a light across the pupil for the dropdownresponse and consensual pupillarydropdown.

Rationale for Correct Answer: When assessing the pupillary light reflex, the nurse shines a light into one eye and observes direct response, that is the illuminated pupil constricts, and consensual response where the opposite pupil also constricts. The normal reaction to light is pupillary constriction, not dilation. Rationale for Incorrect Options: Indirect: This is not the correct terminology used in pupillary light reflex assessment. The correct term is direct response. Consensual: This refers to the opposite eye’s response, not the illuminated eye. The first blank refers to the response of the eye receiving the light. Dilation: Pupils dilate in darkness, not in response to light. Light causes constriction. Accommodation: This refers to pupil constriction when shifting focus from far to near objects, not the light reflex.