HESI RN Med surg proctored exam 2
Select All That Apply
During a routine eye examination, an older client reports decreased peripheral vision and is found to have elevated intraocular pressures. Ophthalmic drops are prescribed for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). Which intervention(s) should the nurse include in this client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A reason: Describing how the eye drops will help improve peripheral vision is not accurate; the drops help to manage intraocular pressure but do not directly improve vision.Choice B reason:The correct answer is b) because clients need to understand that glaucoma requires lifelong treatment to prevent further vision loss.Choice C reason: A reduced sodium diet is not directly related to managing glaucoma.Choice D reason:The correct answer is d) because applying pressure to the inner eye corner helps to prevent systemic absorption of the medication.Choice E reason:The correct answer is e) because aseptic techniques are essential to prevent infections when administering eye drops.
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