The patient has had cataract extraction with intraocular lens implant. Which of the following signs or symptoms should be reported to the ophthalmologist immediately?
A) Nausea
B) Slight morning discharge
C) A scratchy feeling
D) Flashing lights
Ans: D
Chapter: 58
Cognitive Level: Application
Difficulty: Difficult
Integrated Process: Teaching/Learning
Objective: 9
Patient Needs: D-3
Feedback: Postoperatively, the patient who has undergone cataract extraction with intraocular lens implant should report flashing lights, new floaters in vision, decrease in vision, pain, or increase in redness to the ophthalmologist. Slight morning discharge and a scratchy feeling can be expected for a few days. Blurring of vision may be experienced for several days to weeks.
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