Exam (elaborations)
2024 NSG 6001 U2 SECTION 3 EYE PROBLEMS EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
- Course
- Institution
2024 NSG 6001 U2 SECTION 3 EYE PROBLEMS EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
[Show more]
Content preview
2024 NSG 6001 U2 SECTION 3 EYEPROBLEMS EXAM WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
. An acutely presenting, erythematous, tender lump within the eyelid is
called:
A. Blepharitis
B. Hordeolum
C. Chalazion
D. Iritis - CORRECT-ANSWERSB. Hordeolum
Which subtype of cataracts is characterized by significant nearsightedness
and a slow indolent course?
A. Nuclear cataracts
B. Cortical cataracts
C. Posterior cataracts
D. Immature cataracts - CORRECT-ANSWERSA. Nuclear cataracts
. Which of the following produces a slow and painless visual field loss that
usually begins peripherally?
A. Posterior cataracts
B. Open-angle glaucoma
C. Immature cataracts
D. Macular degeneration - CORRECT-ANSWERSB. Open-angle glaucoma
. Which of the following is TRUE regarding dietary supplements and
cataracts?
A. High doses of vitamin E prevent the progression of cataracts.
B. Low doses of vitamin C increase age-related cataract development.
C. There is no evidence that concretely proves the benefit of high-dose
vitamin E to prevent cataracts.
D. Weekly lutein prevents the formation of cataracts. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC.
There is no evidence that concretely proves the benefit of high-dose vitamin
E to prevent cataracts
Which of the following contribute to the development of chronic open-angle
glaucoma?
A. Myopia
B. Multiple sclerosis
C. Hyperopia
, D. Small cornea - CORRECT-ANSWERSA. Myopia
A 65-year-old man presents to the clinician with complaints of increasing
bilateral peripheral vision loss, poor night vision, and frequent prescription
changes that started 6 months previously. Recently, he has also been seeing
halos around lights. The clinician suspects chronic open-angle glaucoma.
Which of the following statements is true concerning the diagnosis of chronic
open-angle glaucoma?
A. The presence of increased intraocular pressure measured by tonometry is
definitive for the diagnosis of open-angle glaucoma.
B. The clinician can definitively diagnosis open-angle glaucoma based on the
subjective complaints of the patient.
C. Physical diagnosis relies on gonioscopic evaluation of the angle by an
ophthalmologist.
D. Early diagnosis is essential in order to reverse any damage that has
occurred to the optic nerve. - CORRECT-ANSWERSC. Physical diagnosis relies
on gonioscopic evaluation of the angle by an ophthalmologist
. Acute angle-closure glaucoma involves a sudden severe rise in intraocular
pressure. Which of the following ranges represents normal intraocular
pressure?
A. 0 to 7 mm Hg
B. 12 to 22 mm Hg
C. 22 to 40 mm Hg
D. 40 to 80 mm Hg - CORRECT-ANSWERSB. 12 to 22 mm Hg
. Which of the following education points is essential to provide to the patient
with glaucoma?
A. Their medication may have adverse effects.
B. Only the patient can instill eye drops.
C. Eye infections are common and are not a concern.
D. Eye exams must happen monthly. - CORRECT-ANSWERSA. Their
medication may have adverse effects.
. With regards to the relationship between diabetes and diabetic retinopathy,
which of the following is TRUE?
A. Diabetic retinopathy only occurs in patients with type 1 diabetes.
B. Diabetic retinopathy is always the first sign that a patient has diabetes.
C. The longer the patient has had diabetes, the more likelihood that they will
develop retinopathy.
D. Diabetic retinopathy only occurs in patients with type 2 diabetes. -
CORRECT-ANSWERSC. The longer the patient has had diabetes, the more
likelihood that they will develop retinopathy
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Elitaa. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $13.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
82215 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now