The nurse has completed the assessment on a newly admitted patient. Which findings would be associated with the development of cataracts? (Select all that apply.)
a. Two-pack-a-day smoker for the last 10 years
b. Radiation therapy for cancer completed 1 month ago
c. Postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy
d. Asthmatic on long-term corticosteroid protocol
A, D
A cataract is opacity of the lens that produces an effect similar to one a person would get when looking through a sheet of falling water. Cataracts cause a blurring of vision because the lens, which is normally transparent, becomes cloudy and opaque. Most often cataracts occur as a result of aging and are found in people over age 50 . Traumatic cataracts may occur from a physical blow, extreme heat, or chemical toxins. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of developing cata-racts. Heavy drinking also is implicated. Chronic use of corticosteroids predisposes to the devel-opment of cataracts.
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