Alterations in sensory perception

A 72-year-old patient presents to the clinic with complaints of gradual vision loss, particularly in the central visual field, and difficulty reading. The patient also reports that straight lines appear distorted. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for the patient's symptoms?

• Cataracts

• Glaucoma

• Diabetic Retinopathy

• Macular Degeneration

A 65-year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of blurred vision and difficulty seeing at night. The patient mentions that colors seem less vivid, and bright lights cause significant glare. Upon examination, the nurse notices a cloudiness in the patient's lens. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for the patient's symptoms?

• Macular Degeneration

• Retinal Detachment

• Glaucoma

• Cataracts

A 58-year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of gradual loss of peripheral vision and seeing halos around lights. The patient also reports frequent headaches and eye pain. Upon examination, the intraocular pressure is found to be elevated. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for the patient's symptoms?

• Cataracts

• Glaucoma

• Retinal Detachment

• Macular Degeneration

Which of the following is considered a medical emergency of the eye?

• Narrow-angle glaucoma

• Wide-angle glaucoma

• Optical neuritis

• Ophthalmoscopitis

Answer explanation

Remember!!! We have a narrow window of time to fix the issue.

Primary Glaucoma in dogs is characterized by:

• Increased intraocular pressure

• Decreased intraocular pressure

• Ulcer formation on the cornea

• Inflammation of the conjunctiva

A 45-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with a sudden onset of flashes of light, floaters, and a shadow or curtain effect in their visual field. The patient denies any pain. What question should the nurse ask?

• "Do you have a family history of cancer?"

• "Have you had any trauma to the eye recently?"

• "Do you get annual eye examinations?"

• "Do you have any itching?"

A 70-year-old patient visits the clinic with complaints of difficulty hearing conversations, especially in noisy environments, and the need to increase the volume on the television. The patient reports no pain or discharge from the ears. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for the patient's symptoms?

• Otitis Media

• Presbycusis

• Meniere's Disease

• Acoustic Neuroma

Which of the following should be reinforced for a patient with a recent retinal reattachment surgery?

• "You should avoid lifting 15 lbs for three months"

• "You cannot drive for two weeks"

• "You can shower the day after surgery"

• "Only eye drops in the eyes, no other liquids or contacts"

• "You should watch TV when you are bored"

A 50-year-old patient comes to the clinic with complaints of recurrent episodes of vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness in the ear. These episodes last several hours and occur unpredictably. Which of the following conditions is most likely responsible for the patient's symptoms?

• Labyrinthitis

• Otosclerosis

• Meniere's Disease

• Tinnitus

A nurse is caring for a patient who is post-operative day 1 following cochlear implant surgery. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the patient's care plan? (Select all that apply.)

• 1. Administer prescribed antibiotics.

  
  

• 1. Encourage the patient to lie on the side of the implanted ear.

  
  

• 1. Monitor for signs of infection at the surgical site.

• 1. Instruct the patient to avoid blowing their nose forcefully.

  
  

• 1. Apply a warm compress to the surgical site to reduce swelling.