A child's chart indicates he has leukocoria and a hyphema in the right eye. Which teaching does the nurse implement for the child and parents?
A.
Application of antibiotic ointment and eye patch
B.
Possibility of other children having this genetic disorder
C.
Surgery, possible enucleation, possible chemotherapy
D.
Wearing appropriate eye protection during sports
ANS: C
Leukocoria (cat's eye reflex) and hyphema (blood in the anterior chamber of the eye) are manifestations of retinoblastoma, a rare and aggressive tumor of the retina. Treatment is vigorous and may include surgery (including enucleation), radiation, chemotherapy, laser, or cryotherapy.
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