A client, diagnosed with keratoconus, asks the nurse what caused the disorder to develop. The nurse should instruct the client on which of the following as risk factors for the development of this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
1. Sun exposure
2. Ocular allergies
3. Wearing rigid contact lenses
4. Vigorous eye rubbing
5. Herpes simplex virus
6. Dry eyes
2, 3, 4
Risk factors for the development of keratoconus include ocular allergies, rigid contact lens wear, and vigorous eye rubbing. Sun exposure, herpes simplex virus, and dry eyes are not risk factors for this disorder.
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