Cataracts

Which of the following are risk factors for the development of cataracts? Select all that apply.

Advancing age History of blunt trauma

John, a 50-year-old male, arrives at the clinic for a vision screening. He has no significant medical history with no presenting problems, though it has been a while since he had an eye exam.

Age- related considerations For a man of John's age, prudent practice would include an assessment for the presence of cataracts. Cataracts can develop without early clinical symptoms, so it makes sense to determine the patient's baseline status in view of his age.

In preparation for surgical correction of Tom's cataract, the healthcare provider orders a medication that will help dilate the eye.

Mydriatic Mydriatic medications help to dilate the eye.

Steve is concerned about the possibility of developing a cataract even though there is no family history of the disease. He is a healthy 40-year-old Caucasian male with no comorbidities.

Yearly eye examinations Independent of any risk factors, evidence-based practice suggests that yearly eye exams are the best way to detect developing cataracts and other areas of concern.

A patient is being discharged postoperatively following surgical intervention for a right cataract. What information must be included in discharge teaching for this patient? Select all that apply.

Avoid rubbing or applying pressure to eye. Follow provider's instructors for eye dressing and eye shield at bedtime.

It is Tom's understanding that he will receive eye drops to paralyze the ciliary muscles so the eye will remain dilated.

Cycloplegic Cycloplegic medications are used to paralyze ciliary muscles in order to keep the eye dilated.

Cataracts may result as a complication to which of the following conditions?

Diabetes

The nurse is caring for a patient with a cataract. What symptoms may the nurse expect the patient to have experienced? Select all that apply.

Difficulty with night vision Blurred vision Double vision in one eye

Which of the following are clinical manifestations associated with the development of cataracts? Select all that apply.

Double vision in one eye Halo vision Difficulty when driving after sunset

Which would be expected for a patient being treated for cataracts in both pre-operative and post-operative periods?

Eyedrops

You are assigned to take care of a patient post-cataract surgery. Which medication would you anticipate to be ordered for the patient who has no significant medical history on file?

Laxative or stool softener

Which diagnostic test provides direct visualization of the lens and specific detail about the extent of opacity present?

Slit lamp evaluation

Fred is experiencing clinical symptoms, including blurred vision, consistent with a cataract.

Slit lamp examination A slit lamp examination provides the practitioner with direct visual evidence about the condition of the lens.

What do treatment models for symptomatic cataracts most likely include?

Surgical removal of the opaque lens

Which of the following findings would indicate potential risk toward development of a cataract? Select all that apply.

The patient is African American. The patient has Type II diabetes.