A patient is ready to be discharged home after a cataract extraction with intraocular lens implant and the nurse is reviewing signs and symptoms that need to be reported to the ophthalmologist immediately
Which of the patient's statements best demonstrates an adequate understanding?
A) "I need to call the doctor if I get nauseated."
B) "I need to call the doctor if I have a light morning discharge."
C) "I need to call the doctor if I get a scratchy feeling."
D) "I need to call the doctor if I see flashing lights."
Ans: D
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Postoperatively, the patient who has undergone cataract extraction with intraocular lens implant should report new floaters in vision, flashing lights, decrease in vision, pain, or increase in redness to the ophthalmologist. Slight morning discharge and a scratchy feeling can be expected for a few days. Blurring of vision may be experienced for several days to weeks.
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