The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with glaucoma. Which types of medications will be prescribed for this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Alpha-adrenergic blockers
2. Beta-adrenergic blockers
3. Cholinergic agents
4. Beta-adrenergic agonists
5. Alpha-adrenergic agonists
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Alpha-adrenergic blockers are indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
Rationale 2: Beta-adrenergic blockers are indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
Rationale 3: Cholinergic agents are indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
Rationale 4: Beta-adrenergic agonists are not indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
Rationale 5: Alpha-adrenergic agonists are not indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
Global Rationale: Alpha-adrenergic blockers, beta-adrenergic blockers, and cholinergic agensts are indicated in the treatment of glaucoma. Beta-adrenergic agonists and alpha-adrenergic agonists are not indicated in the treatment of glaucoma.
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