How can the nurse describe the symptoms of chronic (open-angle) glaucoma?
a. Progressive blurring and loss of peripheral vision, typically bilaterally
b. A sudden onset of pain, blurred vision, and dilated pupils
c. Constricted and nonreactive pupils and irregularly shaped eyes
d. Red eye with no pain
a. Progressive blurring and loss of peripheral vision, typically bilaterally
FEEDBACK:
a. Symptoms of chronic (open-angle) glaucoma include progressive blurring and loss of peripheral vision, typically bilaterally.
b. Symptoms of acute (angle-closure) glaucoma include a sudden onset of pain, blurred vision, and dilated pupils. This is a medical emergency and if untreated, will lead to blindness. .
c. Constricted and nonreactive pupils and irregularly shaped eyes are associated with anterior uveitis and require acute intervention. .
d. Red eye with no pain is associated with a subconjunctival hemorrhage. .
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