Text Mode – Text version of the exam 1. In the aftermath of a demanding day, Nurse Jacob finds himself attending to an elderly patient, Mrs. Martinez, who has recently undergone cataract extraction. Among the medical discussions, an iridectomy, a procedure that involves removing a part of the iris, is brought up. Nurse Jacob is aware of the primary purpose of performing an iridectomy post-cataract extraction. What, according to Nurse Jacob’s understanding, is the primary reason for performing an iridectomy after Mrs. Martinez’s cataract extraction? A. To enhance Mrs. Martinez’s visual acuity. 2. On a sunny day, Nurse Mariah is providing community health education at a local outdoor event. She encounters a group of individuals interested in learning more about eye health. One topic that emerges is pterygium – a growth on the cornea that can affect vision. Mariah explains the primary cause of this condition. According to Nurse Mariah, what is the primary environmental exposure that leads to the development of pterygium? A) The frequent exposure to gusty winds. 3. Nurse Jackson is sitting down with a patient, Mr. Lee, discussing his recent diagnosis of cataracts. It’s an anxious time for Mr. Lee, who has many questions. Nurse Jackson, with his calming demeanor, explains the primary issue that cataracts create. According to Nurse Jackson, what is the primary difficulty experienced by those diagnosed with cataracts? A) The appearance of spots or “floaters” in their vision. 4. Nurse Lillian finds herself in a deep conversation with a patient’s family who are coming to terms with the fact that their loved one requires a major eye surgery due to a malignant tumor. One procedure mentioned in the discussion is the complete removal of the eyeball. Nurse Lillian knows the specific term for this surgical procedure. According to Nurse Lillian, what is the surgical procedure involving the complete removal of the eyeball called? A) Evisceration 5. On a calm afternoon in the clinic, Nurse Owen is discussing eye health with his patient, Mr. Thompson. They’ve stumbled upon the topic of glaucoma, a condition that can lead to severe vision loss if not managed correctly. Nurse Owen explains some facts about glaucoma. Which statement accurately describes glaucoma, as per Nurse Owen’s explanation? A) Glaucoma is typically treated with mydriatics. 6. During a home visit, Nurse Clara is caring for Mr. Patel, who recently lost his sight. As she patiently navigates through her duty, she knows that certain nursing interventions can help Mr. Patel adjust to his new reality. However, there are also actions that, though they may seem helpful, are not generally recommended. Which of the following is NOT a standard nursing intervention for assisting a person who has become blind, as per Nurse Clara’s practice? A) Helping the client familiarize themselves with their surroundings. 7. During a consultation, Nurse Harper is explaining to her patient, Mrs. Sullivan, the causes behind her recent hearing difficulties. The diagnosis is otosclerosis, a condition affecting the bones in the middle ear. Nurse Harper describes the characteristic changes that occur in otosclerosis. According to Nurse Harper, how is otosclerosis typically characterized? A) By damage to the labyrinth or acoustic nerve. 8. Nurse Adrian is assisting Mr. Johnson, a patient who recently learned he has hyperopia or farsightedness. While discussing options for corrective lenses, Nurse Adrian talks about the type of lens that would typically be used to help with this condition. According to Nurse Adrian, what type of lens is typically used to correct hyperopia? A) Aphakic lens. 9. On a typical Monday, Nurse Amelia is treating a patient, Mrs. Gomez, who presents with a noticeable lump in her eyelid. Amelia explains the condition to Mrs. Gomez: it’s a sterile chronic granulomatous inflammation of the meibomian gland. According to Nurse Amelia, what is the medical term for a sterile chronic granulomatous inflammation of the meibomian gland? A) Keratoconjunctivitis 10. At the end of her shift in the eye clinic, Nurse Bella is educating her patient, Mr. Mitchell, about retinal detachment, its signs, and symptoms. While explaining the common manifestations, she also points out a sign that is not typically associated with this condition. Among the following, which sign or symptom is Mr. Mitchell least likely to experience if he were to develop a retinal detachment, according to Nurse Bella? A) Seeing flashes of light. 11. During an evening shift at the hospital, Nurse Ethan is assigned to care for Ms. Baxter, who has been rushed in with a diagnosis of acute glaucoma. He explains to her family that this condition involves an obstruction to the flow of aqueous humor within the eye, and he outlines the cause of this obstruction. According to Nurse Ethan, what typically causes the obstruction to the flow of aqueous humor in acute glaucoma? A) Narrowing of the canal of Schlemm. 12. During his shift at the eye clinic, Nurse Lucas is administering medication to his patient, Mr. Davis, who has been diagnosed with glaucoma. He knows that certain drugs are beneficial for managing this condition, while others could potentially worsen it. According to Nurse Lucas, which of the following drugs should NOT typically be given to a patient with glaucoma? A) Pilocarpine 13. In the recovery room, Nurse Rebecca is caring for Mr. Anderson, who just had a cataract extraction. She’s aware of the crucial interventions needed to ensure a smooth recovery post-surgery. However, she also knows that some practices may seem logical, but are not recommended after this specific procedure. According to Nurse Rebecca, which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing intervention following a cataract extraction? A) Encouraging the client to avoid bending, stooping or lifting heavy objects for several weeks post-operation. 14. Nurse Hanna finds herself caring for Mr. Williams, who recently underwent a scleral buckling procedure to manage his retinal detachment. She is keen to implement appropriate post-operative interventions to promote healing. Yet, she knows that not all seemingly logical practices are recommended following this specific procedure. According to Nurse Hanna, which of the following is NOT a suggested nursing intervention after a scleral buckling procedure? A. Advising the client to increase their fluid intake. 15. In the eye clinic, Nurse Leah is discussing various eye conditions with her patient, Mrs. Peterson, who has been experiencing difficulties with near vision as she’s gotten older. Leah explains one condition characterized by a reduction in the eye’s power of accommodation. According to Nurse Leah, what is the term for the eye disorder characterized by a decrease in the effective powers of accommodation? A. Presbycusis 16. As Nurse Julia guides Mr. Thompson on managing his Meniere’s disease, she emphasizes the importance of dietary alterations. A particular type of diet can aid in symptom control and frequency reduction of the episodes. Based on Nurse Julia’s advice, how should Mr. Thompson modify his diet in managing Meniere’s disease? A) By limiting his fat intake. 17. Nurse Oliver is taking care of Ms. Rodriguez, a patient with a hearing impairment. He uses specific techniques to communicate effectively, but he also understands that some actions could impede their interaction rather than assist it. According to Nurse Oliver, which of the following communication techniques is NOT appropriate when interacting with a client with hearing impairment? A) Combining verbal communication with hand gestures. 18. Nurse Gabriella is caring for a patient who has recently been diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease. She carefully explains the most characteristic manifestation of this condition to ensure the patient understands his symptoms better. According to Nurse Gabriella, what is the most distinctive symptom of Meniere’s Disease? A) Frequent headaches. 19. After performing a cataract removal procedure, Nurse Isabella advises her patient, Mr. Johnson, about potential signs that should prompt him to contact his doctor. She emphasizes the importance of monitoring his condition closely post-surgery to ensure proper healing and recovery. According to Nurse Isabella, which of the following symptoms should cause Mr. Johnson to immediately notify his doctor? A) Sensation of itching in the eye. 20. Post ear surgery, Nurse Vincent is caring for Mrs. Green. He knows the specific actions required to ensure a smooth recovery. However, he is also aware that not all conventional practices are beneficial after this particular procedure. According to Nurse Vincent, which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing intervention following ear surgery? A. Advising the patient to avoid watching TV or fast-moving objects for a few weeks post-operation. 21. Nurse Evelyn is explaining various diagnostic tests to Mr. Carter, who has been experiencing some hearing issues. One particular test she talks about is used to compare air conduction with bone conduction in the ear. According to Nurse Evelyn, which of the following diagnostic tests is used to compare air conduction with bone conduction? A) Barany’s Rotation Test 22. Nurse William is assisting Mrs. Sanders, who has reported some difficulty with her vision. To evaluate her visual acuity, he plans to administer a specific test that’s widely recognized for this purpose. According to Nurse William, which of the following assessments is used to evaluate visual acuity? A. Tonometry 23. Nurse Amelia is developing a care plan for Mr. Collins, who has recently been diagnosed with Meniere’s disease. She understands that certain nursing diagnoses should take precedence given the nature of his condition. According to Nurse Amelia, which of the following nursing diagnoses should be prioritized for a client diagnosed with Meniere’s disease? A) Coping, Ineffective. 24. Nurse James is conducting a session about conductive hearing loss for a group of nursing students. He discusses several characteristics of the condition, yet one of them does not accurately describe conductive hearing loss. According to Nurse James, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of conductive hearing loss? A. It involves problems with the outer or middle ear impeding the flow of sound. 25. Nurse Oliver is presented with a patient who has a foreign object protruding from the eye. Among the nursing interventions he could carry out, one takes precedence over the others in such a situation. According to Nurse Oliver, which of the following nursing interventions should be prioritized when a client has a foreign body protruding from the eye? A) Evaluating visual sharpness using Snellen’s chart. 1. Correct answer: B. To avoid the potential occurrence of secondary glaucoma. An iridectomy is a procedure that involves removing a portion of the iris. The main reason to perform an iridectomy, particularly in the context of cataract extraction, is to prevent the occurrence of secondary glaucoma. Glaucoma is a condition characterized by increased pressure within the eye, which can lead to vision loss if not managed effectively. After a cataract extraction, there’s a risk that the lens (or its replacement) might press against the iris, blocking the trabecular meshwork, which is responsible for draining the aqueous humor from the eye. This blockage can cause intraocular pressure to rise, leading to secondary glaucoma. By removing part of the iris, an iridectomy creates an alternate pathway for fluid drainage, hence reducing the risk of glaucoma. Imagine if a small city had only one major road out of town. If a large obstruction blocked that road, it would cause a significant traffic jam. An iridectomy is akin to creating an additional road that allows traffic (aqueous humor) to flow freely, reducing the chance of a traffic jam (increased intraocular pressure) and potential subsequent damage (secondary glaucoma). Incorrect answer options: A. To enhance Mrs. Martinez’s visual acuity. While cataract extraction indeed improves visual acuity by removing the cloudy lens that obstructs vision, an iridectomy does not directly enhance visual acuity. Its purpose is primarily to prevent secondary glaucoma. C. To lessen the discomfort in Mrs. Martinez’s eye. An iridectomy doesn’t necessarily decrease discomfort. It may actually increase initial post-operative discomfort due to being an additional surgical intervention. D. To prevent hemorrhage in the postoperative phase. While there may be some reduction in the risk of specific types of bleeding, such as iris or ciliary body bleeding, the primary purpose of an iridectomy isn’t to prevent hemorrhage. It’s to prevent secondary glaucoma by facilitating fluid drainage. 2. Correct answer: D. The frequent exposure to intense sunlight. Pterygium, a benign growth of the conjunctiva that extends over the cornea, is often attributed to frequent and prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. This UV radiation can lead to damage and inflammation in the exposed tissues of the eye, stimulating the growth of these lesions. Just as prolonged exposure to intense sunlight can cause your skin to become red and inflamed, leading eventually to a sunburn, the same can occur with the conjunctiva of the eye. The damage and inflammation from the sun exposure can stimulate the growth that characterizes pterygium. Incorrect answer options: A) The frequent exposure to gusty winds. While gusty winds can cause eye irritation and contribute to dry eye conditions, there is no substantial evidence linking it as the primary cause of pterygium. B) The frequent exposure to airborne dust particles. Though exposure to dust can cause eye irritation, it’s not considered a primary environmental cause of pterygium. However, in combination with UV exposure, it might exacerbate the condition. C) The frequent exposure to certain harsh chemicals. Although certain harsh chemicals can cause eye irritation and damage, these are not usually the primary cause of pterygium, which is more commonly associated with UV radiation. 3. Correct answer: C. The blurring of their vision.Cataracts primarily cause a blurring of vision. A cataract is a condition in which the lens of the eye becomes progressively opaque, resulting in blurred vision. This happens because the lens, which is normally clear, clouds up, and this prevents light from passing through and focusing on the retina properly. Think of it like looking through a foggy window or wearing glasses with a heavy smear on them. No matter how hard you squint or move your head, the view remains unclear. This is how it feels for a person with cataracts experiencing blurred vision. Cataracts primarily stem from aging and the wear and tear on the eye. They develop when proteins in the lens form abnormal clumps, which start to cloud a small area of the lens. As the cataract enlarges, it further clouds the lens, leading to blurred vision. This process is often linked to oxidative stress, where the balance between the production of damaging free radicals and the eye’s natural antioxidant defenses is disrupted, causing changes to lens proteins and the death of lens cells. Think of it like looking through a frosted or foggy window; as the frost or fog (cataract) grows, the view through the window becomes increasingly blurry. Incorrect answer options: A) The appearance of spots or “floaters” in their vision. This symptom is more commonly associated with a different eye condition called vitreous floaters, not typically with cataracts. B) The loss of their peripheral vision. This symptom is more common in glaucoma, where the pressure build-up within the eye damages the optic nerve, leading to a gradual loss of peripheral vision. D) Seeing halos around light sources. Although some people with cataracts may see halos around light due to scattering of light by the cataract, it is not the primary difficulty. The primary issue is blurred vision, while halos are a secondary symptom that may not occur in all patients. 4. Correct answer: C. Enucleation. Enucleation is the surgical procedure that involves the complete removal of the eyeball. This is typically performed to treat conditions such as a malignant tumor within the eye, severe trauma, or a blind and painful eye. After enucleation, an ocular prosthesis (artificial eye) is often used to help mimic the appearance of a natural eye. Imagine if you have a rotten apple in a fruit bowl, and you want to prevent the rot from spreading to the other fruits. You would need to remove the entire apple from the bowl. Similarly, enucleation involves removing the entire eye (the ‘rotten apple’) to prevent further health complications (the ‘rot’ from spreading). Incorrect answer options: A) Evisceration: This is a procedure where the contents of the eye are removed, but the white part of the eye (sclera) and the eye muscles are left intact. This is different from enucleation, where the entire eyeball is removed. B) Extraction: This is a general term used in medical language that refers to the act of removal but is not specifically tied to the removal of the entire eyeball. D) Exenteration: This procedure involves the removal of the entire orbital contents, including the eyeball, extraocular muscles, fat, and sometimes parts of the eyelid and surrounding structures. This is a more extensive procedure than enucleation and is used in cases of extensive malignant tumors. 5. Correct answer: B. Glaucoma is characterized by irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to unusually high pressure in the eye, and can lead to irreversible blindness if not managed appropriately. It’s like a slowly leaking pipe where the water (the visual field) is gradually lost and cannot be replaced. Incorrect answer options: A) Glaucoma is typically treated with mydriatics. This statement is incorrect. Mydriatics are medications that dilate the pupil and can actually exacerbate glaucoma by blocking the outflow of the eye’s aqueous humor, increasing intraocular pressure. Glaucoma is typically managed with eye drops that decrease the production of the aqueous humor or increase its outflow, thereby reducing intraocular pressure. C) In glaucoma, loss of central vision occurs first, followed by peripheral vision. This statement is incorrect. In glaucoma, the loss of peripheral (side) vision typically occurs first, not central vision. This is often why glaucoma is known as the “sneak thief of sight” – the vision loss is so gradual and peripheral that it can go unnoticed until the disease is quite advanced. D) The intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma ranges between 14-21mmHg. This statement is incorrect. While a normal range of intraocular pressure is generally considered to be between 12-22mmHg, people with glaucoma often have an IOP greater than 21mmHg. However, it’s also possible for glaucoma to occur with an IOP within the normal range – this is known as normal-tension glaucoma. 6. Correct answer: D. The nurse should remain beside the client when aiding in walking. When assisting a person who has become blind in walking, the nurse or caregiver should actually allow the person to take their arm, rather than walking beside them. This allows the person to control their movement and pace, and gives them a sense of security and autonomy. Consider it like dancing – the person leading the dance (the patient) holds onto the arm of the other person (the nurse), allowing them to feel and follow the movements. Incorrect answer options: A) Helping the client familiarize themselves with their surroundings: This is a standard nursing intervention for assisting a person who has become blind. This can help them navigate their surroundings safely and independently. B) Encouraging the client to be autonomous in performing daily living activities: This is also a recommended intervention. Encouraging autonomy in daily activities helps maintain the person’s sense of independence and self-efficacy. C) Speaking to the client before making any physical contact when approaching: This intervention is recommended to prevent startling the person, who might not see the nurse approaching. It is equivalent to knocking on a door before entering a room to make your presence known. 7. Correct answer: C. By a transformation of normal bones into spongy and highly vascularized bones, leading to the fixation of the stapes with the oval window. Otosclerosis is typically characterized by abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, particularly affecting the stapes bone. The stapes bone is one of the three ossicles (tiny bones) in the middle ear that help transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear. In otosclerosis, the normal bone is replaced with a spongy, highly vascularized bone, leading to the fixation of the stapes with the oval window (the membrane-covered opening leading from the middle ear to the inner ear). This fixation inhibits the normal vibration of the stapes, which results in hearing loss. It’s akin to a door hinge (stapes) becoming rusted and stuck (spongy bone growth), preventing the door (sound transmission) from opening and closing properly. Incorrect answer options: A) By damage to the labyrinth or acoustic nerve. This refers more to sensorineural hearing loss, which occurs due to problems with the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This does not describe otosclerosis, which primarily affects the middle ear. B) By an increase in endolymphatic pressure. This describes Ménière’s disease, a disorder of the inner ear that can lead to dizzy spells (vertigo) and hearing loss, not otosclerosis. D) By a rupture of the tympanic membrane. This refers to a condition known as a ruptured or perforated eardrum, which can occur due to infection, injury, or exposure to sudden changes in pressure. This does not describe otosclerosis. 8. Correct answer: D. Convex lens. In hyperopia, or farsightedness, the eye is shorter than normal or the cornea is too flat, causing light to focus behind the retina instead of directly on it. This leads to difficulties seeing objects that are close. Convex lenses are used to correct hyperopia. These lenses bend the light rays inward, moving the focus forward onto the retina, just like a magnifying glass. Imagine trying to project a movie onto a screen, but the image is blurry because the projector (the eye) is too far back. A convex lens moves the focus forward, sharpening the image on the screen (the retina). Incorrect answer options: A) Aphakic lens: Aphakic lenses are used in individuals who have had their natural lens removed due to cataract surgery or other reasons and do not have an intraocular lens replacement. These are not specifically designed for hyperopia correction. B) Bifocal lens: Bifocal lenses have two points of focus. The upper part is generally for distance, and the lower part is for near vision. This type of lens is usually used in presbyopia, a condition that typically affects older adults and involves difficulty focusing on near objects. C) Concave lens: Concave lenses are used to correct myopia or nearsightedness, not hyperopia. They spread the light rays out and move the focus back onto the retina. 9. Correct answer: C. Chalazion. A chalazion is a sterile chronic granulomatous inflammation of the meibomian gland, which is a type of sebaceous gland that lines the edge of the eyelids. These glands produce oil that forms part of the tear film, which helps keep the eyes moist. When these glands become blocked, the oil can’t drain properly, leading to a lump in the eyelid, a chalazion. It can be thought of as a small oil-filled “bag” stuck under the skin of the eyelid, much like a tiny sack filled with olive oil. Incorrect answer options: A) Keratoconjunctivitis: This is a general term for inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva, the outermost tissues of the eye. This condition involves redness, tearing, and sometimes vision changes, but it does not specifically involve the meibomian glands or the formation of a lump in the eyelid. B) Uveitis: This refers to inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye, which includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. While uveitis can lead to redness and vision changes, it does not involve the meibomian glands or lead to a lump in the eyelid. D) Hordeolum: Also known as a stye, a hordeolum is an acute bacterial infection, often staphylococcal, that affects the sebaceous glands at the base of the eyelashes or the meibomian glands. Unlike a chalazion, which is a chronic condition, a hordeolum is typically painful and resolves more quickly. 10. Correct answer: D. Feeling pain in the eye. Retinal detachment is characterized by the separation of the retina from the underlying layer of blood vessels that provides it with oxygen and nutrients (choroid). This is a medical emergency because it can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated promptly. Common symptoms of retinal detachment include seeing flashes of light (photopsia), noticing floating spots or “cobwebs” before the eyes (floaters), and a curtain-like shadow or loss of vision in a part of the visual field. Retinal detachment is generally painless because the retina lacks pain receptors. Think of the retina as a piece of film in a camera: if it detaches from the back of the camera, it can’t capture the images, but you wouldn’t feel any pain because the film has no pain sensors. Incorrect answer options: A) Seeing flashes of light. This is a common symptom of retinal detachment. It occurs because the retina is stimulated by the detachment process. B) Noticing floating spots before the eyes. This is also a typical symptom. The floaters are often described as specks, strands, or cobwebs in the vision, caused by the vitreous pulling away from the retina or blood cells floating in the vitreous following a retinal tear. C) Experiencing progressive narrowing of vision in one area. This is another common symptom of retinal detachment. Often described as a curtain coming down over one’s vision, it occurs as the detachment progresses. 11. Correct answer: D. Displacement of the iris. Acute glaucoma, also known as acute angle-closure glaucoma, is a serious ocular emergency characterized by an abrupt rise in intraocular pressure due to obstruction of the outflow of aqueous humor from the eye. This obstruction is typically caused by the displacement of the peripheral iris, which blocks the trabecular meshwork in the angle of the anterior chamber where the aqueous humor drains out. To put it in simpler terms, imagine the eye as a sink with a drain (the trabecular meshwork). If a cloth (the iris) inadvertently covers the drain, the water (aqueous humor) in the sink can’t drain properly and begins to rise (intraocular pressure increases). Incorrect answer options: A) Narrowing of the canal of Schlemm: Although this canal is part of the drainage system of the eye for the aqueous humor, it is not primarily involved in the pathophysiology of acute angle-closure glaucoma. Narrowing of the canal could lead to increased resistance and hence increased pressure, but it is not a typical cause of acute glaucoma. B) Thickening of the trabecular meshwork: Thickening or sclerosis of the trabecular meshwork is associated with chronic open-angle glaucoma, not acute glaucoma. C) Constriction of the pupil: In fact, acute angle-closure glaucoma is more likely to occur when the pupil dilates, not constricts. When the pupil dilates, it can bunch up the iris, blocking the angle. 12. Correct answer: D. Atropine SO4. Atropine sulfate is an antimuscarinic drug that is often used to dilate the pupils in various diagnostic procedures or therapeutic interventions. However, in patients with glaucoma, particularly angle-closure glaucoma, the use of atropine can potentially lead to worsening of the condition. Atropine causes dilation (widening) of the pupils, which can result in a narrowing of the angle between the iris and cornea, leading to increased intraocular pressure, hence exacerbating the glaucoma. Consider the iris and cornea like the walls of a narrow valley. Atropine is like heavy rainfall (it causes the pupil to widen, like rainwater filling up the valley), which makes the valley (the angle between the iris and cornea) narrower and increases the pressure. Incorrect answer options: A) Pilocarpine: This is a miotic drug which causes constriction of the pupil. It is often used in the treatment of glaucoma as it aids in the opening of the drainage angle and facilitates the outflow of aqueous humor, reducing intraocular pressure. B) Diamox (Acetazolamide): This is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It decreases the production of aqueous humor, thereby reducing intraocular pressure. It’s often used in the treatment of glaucoma. C) Timolol maleate: This is a non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist (beta-blocker) that reduces the production of aqueous humor, thus lowering intraocular pressure. It’s commonly used in glaucoma management. 13. Correct answer: C. Instructing the client to limit their fluid intake. Postoperative care after cataract extraction does not typically involve instructing the patient to limit their fluid intake. There is no direct connection between fluid consumption and the outcome of cataract surgery or the increase in intraocular pressure. Maintaining adequate hydration is generally important for overall health and recovery after any surgical procedure. Let’s consider the body like a car engine: just as an engine requires oil for its smooth running, the body requires fluids for optimal function. Limiting fluid intake doesn’t affect the “gear” (the eye in this case) directly, but it could potentially hinder the overall “engine” function. Incorrect answer options: A) Encouraging the client to avoid bending, stooping, or lifting heavy objects for several weeks post-operation. This is a recommended practice as these activities could increase intraocular pressure or stress the eye, potentially disrupting the surgical site. B) Positioning the client in a supine position or turning them towards the unoperated side. This is done to prevent pressure on the operated eye, potentially minimizing complications and aiding the healing process. D) Advising the client to protect their eyes with an eye pad and eye shield for a week. This measure helps to prevent accidental trauma to the eye as it heals. 14. Correct answer: C. Positioning the client so that the area of detachment is dependent. Scleral buckling is a surgical procedure used to repair a retinal detachment. After this surgery, it is generally not recommended to position the patient such that the area of detachment is dependent. Instead, the position should be dictated by the location of the buckle, typically requiring the patient to maintain a prone or side-lying position, which can aid in reattaching the retina and prevent additional fluid from accumulating under the detached area. The patient’s position should be determined by the surgeon’s instructions postoperatively. Consider the retina as wallpaper and the eye as a wall. If the wallpaper peels off, you’d apply adhesive and press it back onto the wall. You wouldn’t want the peeled section at the bottom, as gravity would pull it down, making it harder to stick. Similarly, after a scleral buckling procedure for retinal detachment, the patient is positioned so the detached area isn’t at the bottom. This helps the retina reattach and prevents fluid accumulation. Just as with wallpaper, the exact position depends on the surgeon’s instructions. Incorrect answer options: A. Advising the client to increase their fluid intake – Proper hydration is often recommended to maintain overall health after a surgical procedure. B. Recommending the client to refrain from reading for a few weeks – After a scleral buckling procedure, it’s advisable to avoid activities that can strain the eyes, such as reading, until the eye has had sufficient time to heal. D. Covering the eyes with a pressure dressing – After surgery, the eye is typically covered with a patch or shield to protect it from accidental injury and to help with healing. 15. Correct answer: C. Presbyopia. Presbyopia is an age-related condition where the eye’s lens loses its flexibility, making it difficult to focus on close objects. This loss of accommodation is a normal process that begins in our early to mid-40s and continues into our elder years. The lens of the eye thickens and becomes less elastic over time, which decreases its ability to change shape to focus on nearby objects. Therefore, presbyopia is typically corrected with reading glasses or bifocals. Understanding presbyopia would be thinking of the lens like an elastic band. When we’re young, this elastic band is very flexible and can easily change shape to help us focus on objects at various distances. As we age, the elastic band loses some of its flexibility, making it harder to focus on objects that are close up, just like the lens in presbyopia. Incorrect answer options: A. Presbycusis. This term refers to age-related hearing loss, not vision loss. While both conditions are associated with aging, they affect different senses. B. Hypertropia. This term refers to a type of strabismus, or misalignment of the eyes. It specifically refers to a condition where one eye turns upward. It doesn’t relate to the loss of accommodation power in the eye. D. Myopia. This is also known as nearsightedness, a condition where distant objects appear blurry while close objects can be seen clearly. This is a refractive error of the eye, not an age-related decrease in the power of accommodation. 16. Correct answer: B) By reducing his salt consumption. Meniere’s disease is an inner ear disorder that can cause vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, and a feeling of pressure in the ear. One of the mainstays of managing Meniere’s disease is dietary modification, specifically a low-sodium diet. Reducing salt consumption can help regulate the fluid balance in the inner ear, thereby decreasing the frequency and severity of the symptoms associated with this disease. Patients may also be advised to avoid caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco, which can exacerbate symptoms. Incorrect answer options: A) By limiting his fat intake. While a balanced diet is generally recommended for overall health, there is no specific connection between fat intake and Meniere’s disease symptoms. C) By decreasing his protein intake. Protein intake doesn’t generally affect Meniere’s disease symptoms. D) By curtailing his potassium consumption. Potassium plays an important role in nerve function and cell health but has no specific connection to Meniere’s disease symptoms. In fact, some diuretics used in Meniere’s disease management may necessitate a higher potassium intake to balance the loss of this electrolyte. 17. Correct answer: D) Using a high-pitched voice during conversations. Using a high-pitched voice during conversations is not an appropriate communication technique when interacting with a patient with hearing impairment. People with hearing impairment often have more difficulty hearing high-frequency sounds, which are characteristic of high-pitched voices. This can make it harder for them to understand the conversation, potentially leading to confusion and miscommunication. The aim in communication with a hearing-impaired individual is to maximize the clarity of speech without making the patient uncomfortable. Using a normal tone and pitch while enunciating words clearly is usually more effective. Think of it as adjusting the frequency of a radio; if the frequency is too high, the sound will be distorted and hard to understand. In the same way, using a high-pitched voice can distort the clarity of speech for someone with a hearing impairment. Incorrect answer options: A) Combining verbal communication with hand gestures. Hand gestures can be very helpful in communicating with hearing-impaired individuals. They supplement verbal communication and provide visual cues that can aid understanding. It’s like using subtitles while watching a movie. The spoken words (verbal communication) tell the main story, but the subtitles (hand gestures) ensure that you don’t miss out on any important details. B) Speaking with clearly pronounced words using a normal tone of voice. This is an excellent method of communication with a hearing-impaired individual. Clearly pronounced words can significantly aid understanding and prevent misunderstandings. It’s like reading a well-written and well-edited book. The clear and precise language makes the content easier to understand. C) Positioning himself directly in front of the client while talking. This is also a helpful technique. Many people with hearing impairments rely on lip-reading to supplement their understanding of spoken words. By positioning himself directly in front of the client, Nurse Oliver can make sure his lips are clearly visible, aiding in communication. It’s like talking to someone face-to-face vs. talking with a wall between you – being able to see the other person’s expressions and lip movements can significantly aid understanding. 18. Correct answer: D) The sensation of spinning, or vertigo. Meniere’s Disease is a disorder of the inner ear that leads to dizzy spells (vertigo) and hearing loss. The most characteristic and distinctive symptom of Meniere’s Disease is indeed vertigo. Patients often describe vertigo as a feeling that they or the world around them is spinning. In the context of Meniere’s Disease, these episodes of vertigo can be severe, coming on suddenly and lasting for several hours, and can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Imagine you’re on a carousel that’s spinning rapidly and suddenly stops. Even though the carousel has stopped, you may still feel a sensation of spinning. This is similar to what a patient with Meniere’s Disease experiences during a vertigo attack. The sensation of spinning, or vertigo, in Meniere’s Disease results from the malfunction of the inner ear, specifically, the labyrinth. The labyrinth is a complex structure in the inner ear that contains two main structures important for balance: the semicircular canals and the otolithic organs. The semicircular canals are filled with fluid and sense rotational movements of the head, while the otolithic organs sense linear movements and the position of the head relative to gravity. In Meniere’s Disease, there is a build-up of fluid (endolymph) in the labyrinth, leading to an increase in pressure (endolymphatic hydrops) and distortion of the signals sent from the inner ear to the brain. This increased pressure and distortion interfere with the normal balance and hearing signals that the inner ear sends to the brain. This results in the symptoms of Meniere’s Disease, including the hallmark vertigo, where the world seems to spin due to these mixed signals being sent to the brain about the body’s position. Incorrect answer options: A) Frequent headaches. While headaches can accompany episodes of vertigo, they are not the most distinctive symptom of Meniere’s Disease. Many conditions can cause headaches, so they are not specific to Meniere’s Disease. B) Episodes of nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting can indeed be associated with Meniere’s Disease, but they are usually secondary to severe vertigo. These symptoms are typically a result of the intense vertigo, not direct manifestations of Meniere’s Disease itself. It’s like feeling sick after a roller coaster ride because of the spinning motion, not because the ride itself made you sick. C) Constant ringing in the ears, or tinnitus. Tinnitus is a common symptom of Meniere’s Disease, but it is not the most characteristic symptom. Tinnitus is a symptom of many ear disorders, not just Meniere’s Disease, so while it’s often present, it’s not the most distinctive sign of this specific condition. 19. Correct answer: B) Experiencing pain in the eye. Experiencing pain in the eye after cataract surgery is a sign that needs immediate attention from a healthcare provider. Cataract surgery is typically a painless procedure due to local anesthetic, and post-surgical pain could indicate complications such as infection, inflammation, high eye pressure, or a problem with the surgical wound. Just like you wouldn’t expect to feel pain in a broken arm after it’s been properly set and casted, feeling pain in the eye after cataract surgery suggests that something might not be healing properly and requires immediate attention. Incorrect answer options: A) Sensation of itching in the eye.Itching in the eye following cataract surgery can occur due to the healing process or a reaction to the post-operative eyedrops. While it may cause discomfort, it is generally not a cause for immediate alarm. Of course, if the itching is severe or accompanied by other symptoms like redness and discharge, it’s worth getting in touch with the doctor. C) Experiencing a glare or bright light in vision. Experiencing a glare or seeing bright lights is relatively common immediately after cataract surgery as the eye adjusts to the new intraocular lens and the removal of the cataract. This symptom should gradually improve over time, not worsen. D) Experiencing blurred vision. Blurred vision can be a normal part of the recovery process after cataract surgery, as the eye adjusts to the removal of the cataract and the new lens. However, if the blurriness does not improve over time or is accompanied by other symptoms such as pain or redness, it’s essential to contact a healthcare provider. 20. Correct answer: B) Positioning the patient on the side of the operation. Following ear surgery, it’s generally NOT recommended to position the patient on the operated side. This practice may increase pressure on the surgical site, potentially exacerbating pain, leading to bleeding, or impairing the healing process. Think of it like sleeping on a fresh bruise: the added pressure can cause more discomfort and potentially slow down the healing process. Similarly, laying on the operated ear could delay recovery and lead to complications. Incorrect answer options: A) Advising the patient to avoid watching TV or fast-moving objects for a few weeks post-operation. This recommendation is relevant as it helps to prevent vertigo or dizziness, common complications after ear surgery due to the ear’s role in maintaining balance. It’s akin to the dizziness you might feel after spinning around in circles and then suddenly stopping – your body needs time to regain equilibrium. C) Instructing the patient not to blow their nose for at least two weeks. This instruction is important because forceful nose blowing can cause changes in ear pressure, which could disrupt healing in the post-operative period. Imagine popping a balloon (the healing ear drum) by applying too much pressure – a similar principle applies here. D) Observing for indications of damage to the 7th cranial nerve. Observing for signs of damage to the 7th cranial nerve (the facial nerve) is important because this nerve can sometimes be affected during ear surgery, leading to symptoms like facial droop. This monitoring is akin to checking traffic lights (nerve function) to make sure they are working correctly to avoid accidents (unexpected complications). 21. Correct answer: C) Rinne’s Test. Rinne’s test is a clinical examination done to compare air conduction (AC) with bone conduction (BC) of sound. In this test, a tuning fork is struck and placed on the mastoid bone (behind the ear) to test bone conduction, and then placed near the ear canal to test air conduction. In a person with normal hearing, air conduction (AC) should be better than bone conduction (BC). If the patient hears the sound better through bone conduction, it could indicate conductive hearing loss. Imagine you’re trying to listen to music in a noisy environment. You can either listen through the air (like through speakers) or by placing your hand on the surface that’s playing the music to feel the vibrations (similar to bone conduction). In normal circumstances, you should hear the music better through the air, but if there’s a problem, you might hear it better through the vibrations. Incorrect answer options: A) Barany’s Rotation Test. Barany’s Rotation Test, also known as the rotational chair test, is used to determine if a patient’s dizziness is caused by a balance disorder. It does not compare air conduction with bone conduction. B) Caloric Ice Test. The Caloric Ice Test, also known as the caloric stimulation test, is used to assess the function of the vestibular system and balance by introducing cold or warm water or air into the ear canal. It doesn’t directly compare air and bone conduction. D) Weber’s Test. Weber’s Test is another test performed using a tuning fork. It’s used to identify the type of hearing loss a person has (conductive or sensorineural), but it does not directly compare air conduction and bone conduction. 22. Correct answer: B) Snellen’s Test. Snellen’s Test is used to measure visual acuity. It involves a chart that displays letters of various sizes. The patient stands at a specific distance (usually 20 feet) from the chart and is asked to read out the smallest line of letters they can see clearly. The normal reading is typically represented as 20/20: this means that the test subject sees the same line of letters at 20 feet that a person with normal vision sees at 20 feet. Think of it like a measuring tape for vision. Instead of inches or centimeters, you’re measuring the clarity of vision at a standard distance. If you’re only able to see larger letters clearly, it indicates that your vision isn’t as sharp as it should be at that distance. Incorrect answer options: A) Tonometry. Tonometry measures the pressure inside the eye, which can help to detect conditions like glaucoma. It does not measure visual acuity. It’s like checking the tire pressure of a car, which is essential for the vehicle’s safety and performance but doesn’t tell you about the clarity of the windshield (visual acuity). C) Retinoscopy. Retinoscopy is an exam that helps eye doctors determine the prescription needed for glasses or contact lenses by evaluating how light reflects off the retina. While it’s useful for understanding refractive errors like nearsightedness or farsightedness, it doesn’t directly measure visual acuity. D) Ishihara Plate. The Ishihara Plate test is used to diagnose color blindness. It consists of plates with dots of various colors and sizes that form a number or shape. Individuals with certain types of color blindness will not be able to identify these numbers or shapes. It is akin to a paint color matching task rather than a measure of how clear one’s vision is. 23. Correct answer: D) Risk for Injury. A patient with Meniere’s disease frequently experiences vertigo, a sensation of spinning or dizziness, which significantly increases their risk for falls and subsequent injuries. Therefore, “Risk for Injury” should be a priority nursing diagnosis. This can be likened to being on a continuously spinning carousel and trying to walk straight immediately after getting off – the world still feels like it’s spinning, making it difficult to balance and increasing the likelihood of tripping or falling. Incorrect answer options: A) Coping, Ineffective. While this could be a relevant nursing diagnosis for a patient with a chronic condition like Meniere’s disease, it may not be as immediately critical as “Risk for Injury,” given the significant and immediate threat posed by episodes of vertigo. B) Body Image, Disturbed. This diagnosis is typically more relevant for conditions that cause visible physical changes or alterations in physical capabilities. Although Meniere’s disease can alter a person’s capabilities due to hearing loss and balance issues, it doesn’t typically cause changes in physical appearance. C) Social Interaction, Impaired. This could be relevant for a patient with Meniere’s disease, as the symptoms might lead to avoidance of social activities due to fear of experiencing an episode in public. However, just like with “Coping, Ineffective,” while this is important, it is not as immediate of a concern as “Risk for Injury.” 24. Correct answer: D) It typically results in a loss of the ability to understand spoken language, even when speech is loud enough to hear. Conductive hearing loss results from problems in the outer or middle ear that prevent sound from being conducted properly to the inner ear. This typically results in a decreased ability to hear faint or distant sounds, but it does not generally cause a loss of ability to understand spoken language when speech is loud enough. This is more characteristic of sensorineural hearing loss, which results from damage to the structures within the inner ear or the auditory nerve. To illustrate, imagine the ear as a system of tunnels that guides a car (sound) to its destination. In conductive hearing loss, it’s as if there’s a roadblock or detour in the tunnel (outer/middle ear) that makes it difficult for the car to reach the destination (inner ear). However, once the car gets there, it should still be able to complete its task (understanding speech) if it’s loud enough. Incorrect answer options: A) It involves problems with the outer or middle ear impeding the flow of sound. This statement is accurate. Conductive hearing loss involves issues in the outer or middle ear that prevent sound from being properly conducted to the inner ear. B) It is usually treatable with medicine or surgery. This is correct. Many cases of conductive hearing loss can be improved or even completely resolved with treatments like medication, surgery, or the use of hearing aids. C) It often results in a decreased ability to hear faint sounds. This statement is also true. Because conductive hearing loss involves a problem with conducting sound, it makes it more difficult to hear faint or distant sounds. 25. Correct answer: C) Flushing the eye with sterile saline.In certain cases, flushing the eye with sterile saline can be beneficial, especially if the foreign object is small and superficial, such as dust or sand. The sterile saline can help to wash away these minor irritants, minimizing discomfort and preventing further damage. However, this should be done with caution and only if the foreign object isn’t protruding from or embedded in the eye, as the force of the saline could push the object further in and cause more injury. Picture this as gently rinsing a dirty wound with water to clear away debris, but avoiding doing so if the debris is deeply lodged. Incorrect answer options: A) Evaluating visual sharpness using Snellen’s chart. While assessing visual acuity is important in eye examinations, it’s not the immediate priority when a foreign object is present in the eye. Trying to assess vision might cause additional distress and possibly further injury. B) Extracting the foreign object using sterile gauze. Attempting to remove a foreign object from the eye without proper training could lead to serious complications. This procedure should be left to a healthcare professional, preferably an ophthalmologist, who has the right tools and expertise to safely remove foreign objects from the eye. D) Shielding both eyes until assessed by an ophthalmologist. Though generally a priority in cases of foreign objects in the eye, shielding may not be necessary in minor cases where the foreign object is small and can be safely removed by flushing with saline. However, if the foreign body is larger, protruding, or the patient is in significant discomfort, it would still be crucial to shield the eye and seek immediate professional help. Practice Mode
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B. To avoid the potential occurrence of secondary glaucoma.
C. To lessen the discomfort in Mrs. Martinez’s eye.
D. To prevent hemorrhage in the postoperative phase.
B) The frequent exposure to airborne dust particles.
C) The frequent exposure to certain harsh chemicals.
D) The frequent exposure to intense sunlight.
B) The loss of their peripheral vision.
C) The blurring of their vision.
D) Seeing halos around light sources.
B) Extraction
C) Enucleation
D) Exenteration
B) Glaucoma is characterized by irreversible blindness.
C) In glaucoma, loss of central vision occurs first, followed by peripheral vision.
D) The intraocular pressure (IOP) in glaucoma ranges between 14-21mmHg.
B) Encouraging the client to be autonomous in performing daily living activities.
C) Speaking to the client before making any physical contact when approaching.
D) The nurse should remain beside the client when aiding in walking.
B) By an increase in endolymphatic pressure.
C) By a transformation of normal bones into spongy and highly vascularized bones, leading to the fixation of the stapes with the oval window.
D) By a rupture of the tympanic membrane.
B) Bifocal lens.
C) Concave lens.
D) Convex lens.
B) Uveitis
C) Chalazion
D) Hordeolum
B) Noticing floating spots before the eyes.
C) Experiencing progressive narrowing of vision in one area.
D) Feeling pain in the eye.
B) Thickening of the trabecular meshwork.
C) Constriction of the pupil.
D) Displacement of the iris.
B) Diamox (Acetazolamide)
C) Timolol maleate
D) Atropine SO4
B) Positioning the client in a supine position or turning them towards the unoperated side.
C) Instructing the client to limit their fluid intake.
D) Advising the client to protect their eyes with an eye pad and eye shield for a week.
B. Recommending the client to refrain from reading for a few weeks.
C. Positioning the client so that the area of detachment is dependent.
D. Covering the eyes with a pressure dressing.
B. Hypertropia
C. Presbyopia
D. Myopia
B) By reducing his salt consumption.
C) By decreasing his protein intake.
D) By curtailing his potassium consumption.
B) Speaking with clearly pronounced words using a normal tone of voice.
C) Positioning himself directly in front of the client while talking.
D) Using a high-pitched voice during conversations.
B) Episodes of nausea and vomiting.
C) Constant ringing in the ears, or tinnitus.
D) The sensation of spinning, or vertigo.
B) Experiencing pain in the eye.
C) Experiencing a glare or bright light in vision.
D) Experiencing blurred vision.
B. Positioning the patient on the side of the operation.
C. Instructing the patient not to blow their nose for at least two weeks.
D. Observing for indications of damage to the 7th cranial nerve.
B) Caloric Ice Test
C) Rinne’s Test
D) Weber’s Test
B. Snellen’s Test
C. Retinoscopy
D. Ishihara Plate
B) Body Image, Disturbed.
C) Social Interaction, Impaired.
D) Risk for Injury.
B. It is usually treatable with medicine or surgery.
C. It often results in a decreased ability to hear faint sounds.
D. It typically results in a loss of the ability to understand spoken language, even when speech is loud enough to hear.
B) Extracting the foreign object using sterile gauze.
C) Flushing the eye with sterile saline.
D) Shielding both eyes until assessed by an ophthalmologist.Answers and Rationales