Which statements indicate a client understands the diagnosis of open-angle glaucoma?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "My eye cannot drain the fluid that it produces."
B. "One of the first signs of this is pain behind my eyes."
C. "My type of glaucoma is a medical emergency."
D. "This is a gradual process; it may take years to develop."
E. "This is the most common kind of glaucoma."
Answer: E
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