A parent reports to the nurse that her child has inflamed conjunctivae of both eyes with purulent drainage and crusting of the eyelids, especially on awakening. These manifestations suggest:
a. viral conjunctivitis.
b. allergic conjunctivitis.
c. bacterial conjunctivitis.
d. conjunctivitis caused by foreign body.
ANS: C
Bacterial conjunctivitis has these symptoms. Viral or allergic conjunctivitis has watery drainage. Foreign body causes tearing and pain, and usually only one eye is affected.
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