A patient who received a corneal transplant 2 weeks ago calls the ophthalmology clinic to report that his vision has not improved with the transplant. Which action should the nurse take?
a. Suggest the patient arrange a ride to the clinic immediately.
b. Ask about the presence of "floaters" in the patient's visual field.
c. Remind the patient it may take months to restore vision after transplant.
d. Teach the patient to continue using prescribed pupil-dilating medications.
ANS: C
Vision may not be restored for up to a year after corneal transplant. Because the patient is not experiencing complications of the surgery, an emergency clinic visit is not needed. Because "floaters" are not associated with complications of corneal transplant, the nurse will not need to ask the patient about their presence. Corticosteroid drops, not mydriatic drops, are used after corneal transplant surgery.
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