The nurse is assessing a client's eyes during a comprehensive health assessment. The nurse knows that the client who demonstrates clinical manifestations of which of the following conditions will require immediate intervention?

Question

1. Acute glaucoma
2. Blepharitis
3. Periorbital edema
4. Anisocoria

Answer 1

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Rationale 1: Acute glaucoma results from a sudden increase in intraocular pressure caused by a blockage in fluid flow around the anterior chamber. Acute glaucoma requires immediate interventions to prevent further eye damage.
Rationale 2: Blepharitis is when the eyelid becomes inflamed. The eye burns, itches, and tears but does not require an immediate intervention.
Rationale 3: Periorbital edema is when the eyelid becomes puffy and swollen. It can be related to crying, infection, or systemic problems. It does not require an immediate intervention.
Rationale 4: Anisocoria refers to unequal pupil size, which may be a normal finding or it may indicate that the client has a central nervous system disease.