The nurse is assessing a patient who is experiencing eye pain. Which assessment question is appropriate when collecting the health history for this patient?

1) "Does light bother your eye?"
2) "Have you noticed any changes in your vision?"
3) "Have you noticed any tearing of the eye?"
4) "Do you wear contact lenses?"


ANS: 1

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