A client is suspected of having a detached retina. The nurse should assess the client for which finding that would support the diagnosis?
1. Burning and eye dryness
2. Total loss of vision
3. Flashes of light and floaters
4. Strabismus and eye pain
Answer: 3
1. Burning and eye dryness are not manifestations of a detached retina.
2. Total loss of vision is not a manifestation of a detached retina.
3. Common manifestations of a detached retina include a sense of curtain or veil across vision, flashes of light, and floaters.
4. Strabismus and eye pain are not manifestations of a detached retina.
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