The nurse has completed the assessment on a newly admitted patient. Which finding(s) is/are risk factor(s) in the development of cataracts? (select all that apply.)
a. Cigarette smoking
b. Completion of radiation therapy
c. Hormone replacement therapy
d. Long-term corticosteroid use
e. History of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
A, D
Traumatic cataracts may occur from a physical blow, extreme heat, or chemical toxins. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of developing cataracts, and heavy drinking is also implicated. Chronic use of corticosteroids predisposes a patient to developing cataracts. Radiation therapy, hormone replacement therapy, and GERD are not risk factors for cataracts.
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