3- EYE INFECTION AND EYELID DISORDERS

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Explain how infections take place in the eye.

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Infections occur through direct contact, airborne particles, or systemic spread.

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Provide nursing care for patients with eye infections and inflammation.

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Includes cleaning, medication administration, and patient education.

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Identify the importance of early detection in eye infections.

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Prevents complications and promotes effective treatment.

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Contagiousness of Conjunctivitis

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Bacterial and viral types are highly contagious.

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Complications of Conjunctivitis

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Rare, but can include corneal inflammation or vision problems.

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Image of an eye with redness

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Example of eye redness

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Mode of transmission by direct contact

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Hands and towels

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Edema of the eyelids

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Swelling of the eyelids, often due to corneal ulceration and inward pulling of the eyelash.

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Tearing

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Excessive production of tears, often a response to irritation or infection.

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Corneal ulceration

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A sore on the cornea, often leading to eyelid edema.