The nurse teaches a 78-year-old about treatment for the management of recently diagnosed glaucoma. Which of the following self-cares should the nurse include in the prevention of complications?
A) Avoid reading or watching television in low-light conditions or for long periods of time.
B) Remain in a lying position as much as possible throughout the day.
C) Avoid stress, coughing, sneezing, or the Valsalva maneuver.
D) Use antihypertensive medications and diuretics with great caution.
C
Feedback:
Any action that increases intraocular pressure, such as emotional stress, vigorous coughing, and sneezing, and performing the Valsalva maneuver should be avoided. Reading, antihypertensives, and diuretics do not normally constitute a threat and it is unnecessary to advise lying throughout the day.
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