Immediately following cataract removal, which symptom would be most alarming to the nurse?
A) Irritation in the operative eye
B) Dilation of the pupil
C) Dry, tickling cough
D) Fever
C
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Coughing can rise the intraocular pressure and should be avoided. A cough suppressant can be prescribed. The pupil was intentionally dilated during the surgical approach and will resolve. The client may complain of mild eye irritation in the immediate postoperative period. Fever can be a complication of cataract surgery but not expected in the immediate period postoperatively.
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