A client is complaining of dryness, burning, and grittiness in both eyes. The nurse would conduct further assessments to confirm a suspicion of
a. acute angle glaucoma.
b. allergies.
c. hypertensive eye disease.
d. mild corneal abrasion.
D
Mild corneal abrasions or dry eyes can cause the listed manifestations. Allergies usually cause itching. Acute angle glaucoma is severely painful (see Chapter 65). Hypertension usually causes visual problems.
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