Which of the following should the nurse assess in a client diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma?
1. Degree of lost vision
2. Severity of headaches
3. Amount of blurred vision
4. Date of onset
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Open-angle glaucoma is characterized by a gradual increase in pressure and a gradual loss of vision. Closed-angle glaucoma presents with a sudden onset causing headache, blurred vision, and eye pain.
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