An older-adult patient is being seen for chronic entropion. Which condition will the nurse assess for in this patient?
a. Ptosis
b. Infection
c. Borborygmi
d. Exophthalmos
ANS: B
The diagnosis of entropion can lead to lashes of the lids irritating the conjunctiva and cornea. Irritation can lead to infection. Exophthalmos is a bulging of the eyes and usually indicates hyperthyroidism. An abnormal drooping of the lid over the pupil is called ptosis. In the older adult, ptosis results from a loss of elasticity that accompanies aging. Hyperactive sounds are loud, "growling" sounds called borborygmi, which indicate increased GI motility.
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