A client is being seen in the clinic for an eye infection and asks the nurse why the eye drainage is being cultured. The nurse explains that a form of conjunctivitis caused by Chlamydia can put the client at risk for other eye problems
Which of the following complications of trachoma is the client at risk for? 1. Weakening of the eye muscles
2. Retinal detachment
3. Damaged iris
4. Scarring of the cornea
4. Scarring of the cornea
Rationale:
Trachoma is a chronic form of conjunctivitis that causes the formation of granulation tissue that is abraded by the lashes leading to scarring of the cornea and eventual blindness. The eye muscles, retina, and iris are not affected by the disease.
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The nurse instructs a client with allergic contact dermatitis of the left hand to:
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a. "If you don't wear glasses, you could lose your eyesight." b. "The glasses will help you see really well and will help you make better grades. Let's think about who else has glasses." c. "Your parents will be really happy if you wear your glasses and so will your teachers." d. "Glasses are a wonderful invention. Just think what the world would be like if glasses had never been invented."