Question

1.a nurse administers pilocarpine 1% eye drops 1 drop both eyes to a client with glaucoma.which of thr following nursing assessment findings would indicate effective action of thr medication?

2.A 40- year old client diagnosed with Meniere's disease reports being "bored" with just lying in the quiet room all day.which form of diversional activity would be most appropriate at this time?

3.A client is being seen in the opthalmology clinic for a suspected detached retina.what clinical manifestation does a nurse recognize as significant for a retinal detachment?

Answer 1

1)Ophthalmic pilocarpine is used to treat glaucoma, a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead to gradual loss of vision. Pilocarpine is in a class of medications called miotics. It works by allowing excess fluid to drain from the eye.

2)Many people with Meniere's disease feel better if they do vigorous aerobic exercise on a regular basis (e.g. bike, rowing machine, etc.). Don't over-extend yourself – if you can't physically manage vigorous aerobic exercise do something more low impact, like yoga or walking

3)Increase in number and size of eye floaters. Floaters with flashes. Shadow(s) in peripheral vision. Appearance of grey curtain over part of your vision.