NUR 101 Exam #4 Study Guide - Sensory System

Front

Which of the following is a sign or symptom of cataracts? Loss of central vision, Blurred or cloudy vision, Gradual loss of peripheral vision, Tunnel vision

Back

Blurred or cloudy vision

Front

Which condition is characterized by the need for brighter light for reading or close work?

Back

Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Front

Double vision in one eye is a sign of cataracts.

Back

True

Front

Straight lines appear wavy (metamorphopsia) is a symptom of _____________.

Back

Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Front

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of glaucoma?
Gradual loss of peripheral vision, Halos around lights, Eye pain or headache

Back

Frequent prescription changes in glasses

Front

In the Rinne Test, which result indicates normal hearing?

Back

Air conduction > Bone conduction

Front

In sensorineural hearing loss, both air conduction and bone conduction are diminished, but air conduction is still greater than bone conduction.

Back

True

Front

List one sensory change that occurs in older adults.

Back

Decreased vision

Front

What is the effect of diminished sense of smell and taste in older adults?

Back

It may reduce appetite and affect nutrition.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a change in vision associated with aging? A) Presbyopia, B) Increased visual acuity, C) Increased sensitivity to glare, D) Reduced contrast sensitivity

Back

Increased visual acuity