A patient is exploring treatment options after being diagnosed with age-related cataracts that affect her vision. What treatment is most likely to be used in this patient's care?
A) Antioxidant supplements, vitamin C and E, beta-carotene, and selenium
B) Eyeglasses or magnifying lenses
C) Corticosteroid eye drops
D) Surgical intervention
Ans: D
Feedback:
Surgery is the treatment option of choice when the patient's functional and visual status is compromised. No nonsurgical (medications, eye drops, eyeglasses) treatment cures cataracts or prevents age-related cataracts. Studies recently have found no benefit from antioxidant supplements, vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, or selenium. Corticosteroid eye drops are prescribed for use after cataract surgery; however, they increase the risk for cataracts if used long-term or in high doses. Eyeglasses and magnification may improve vision in the patient with early stages of cataracts, but have limitations for the patient with impaired functioning.
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