While looking at a card with a geometric grid of identical squares, a patient is asked to focus on a central dot & to describe any distortions of the surrounding boxes. Which patient statement indicates a need for further diagnostic testing?

During a provider visit, a 65 year old man complains of pain in his right eye associated with excessive tearing. The nurse notes that the eye is red with lashes rubbing against the cornea. A likely condition would be:

Which nursing action(s) demonstrate(s) appropriate care of a patient who is visually impaired? (Select all that apply)

When a patient is receiving Lasix for a problem with edema, which assessment relative to this drug is important to the patient’s health?

A nurse applies a vibrating tuning fork to the middle of a patient’s forehead. What response would indicate normal hearing?

When administering ear drops to an adult, the nurse would:

A patient returns one week after receiving hearing aids & states, “I guess I may as well return these, I just cannot get used to them.” What is an appropriate response? (Select all that apply)

When communicating with a patient who is hearing impaired, the nurse should: (Select all that apply)

While ambulating, a patient with Meniere disease complains of dizziness & vertigo. An immediate nursing action would be to:

A patient wearing corrective lenses has a visual acuity of 20/200. The nurse knows this patient has which characteristic?

A patient has a caloric test to check for alterations in vestibular function. The patient asks the nurse what the normal test findings will be. The LVN should explain to the patient that if the test is normal, the patient is likely to experience which symptom?

A patient complains of tinnitus. Which factor, if present in the patient’s history, may be most closely related to the patient’s complaint?

The patient has a corneal abrasion. Which factor in the patient’s history is most closely related to this problem?

The nurse is reviewing a patient’s chart & notes the patient’s vision in his left eye is 20/70. The nurse uses this information to make which interpretation of the patient’s vision?

The nurse is caring for a patient with a hearing disorder who has begun to complain of dizziness & a disorder of the vestibular system is suspected. Which diagnostic test would be most appropriate?

The nurse is reviewing the assessment documentation of an older adult patient made on the previous shift. The nurse notes that what changes occur in the eye with aging?

The nurse recognizes the importance of testing intraocular pressure in which disorder?

The patient presents to the clinic for a routine exam. Which signs or symptoms, if demonstrated or reported by the patient, indicate a possible eye disorder? (Select all that apply)

A patient has been diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss. The patient questions potential causes of this type of hearing loss. Which are associated with a sensorineural hearing loss? (Select all that apply)

A male patient was informed that he would need to wear a pair of corrective lenses for astigmatism. When asked about the condition, the patient demonstrates understanding when he states that:

Which instruction must be included in the discharge teaching of a patient who has undergone corneal transplant?

An older adult is admitted for cataract extraction. Which sign or symptom is associated with this condition?

People with diabetes may face several eye problems & diseases as a complication of their illness. Which of the following can cause severe vision loss or blindness in a person with diabetes? (Select all that apply)

After eye surgery, a patient is instructed to avoid movements that increase the venous pressure in the head, neck, & eyes. Which movement(s) increase(s) venous pressure? (Select all that apply)

A woman complains of eye itching, tearing, halos around lights, & decreased central vision. Which symptom most clearly relates to macular degeneration?

Before eye surgery, a patient is instructed to take stool softeners. When asked about the rationale for taking the stool softener, an appropriate response would be:

Older adults are more prone to conductive hearing loss & tinnitus because of:

The nurse emphasizes safety precautions to a 60 year old female Hispanic patient with Meniere disease. An appropriate nursing approach would be to:

What advice may you give an aging adult to help prevent macular degeneration? (Select all that apply)

When a patient experiences dizziness & vertigo, which action should be included in the patient’s care?

A patient is scheduled for a stapedectomy. The LVN should understand that this procedure is done when a patient has which problem?

The nurse is caring for a patient who had his eye removed after suffering an injury. The patient is a candidate for the placement of an artificial eye. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of when an artificial eye will be placed?

Which finding, if present after a patient has right eye surgery, should be reported to the provider immediately as it may indicate hemorrhage?

During the immediate postoperative period following cataract removal, what is the priority action by the LVN?

A patient has been scheduled for LASIX surgery to correct his myopia. Which statement best describes this procedure?

A patient with glaucoma is being treated with miotic eye drops. Following administration of the medication, the nurse should note which reaction?

A patient with a history of Meniere disease is discussing dietary options with the nurse. The patient demonstrated an understanding of the necessary dietary changes by agreeing to restrict which food item?

The nurse is performing an assessment on a patient with labyrinthitis. Which symptom(s) would likely be noted? (Select all that apply)

The nurse reads in the chart that a patient has been diagnosed with uveitis. The nurse knows that which structure(s) are involved in the diagnosis? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is caring for a patient who has diabetes mellitus & reports a gradual loss of peripheral vision. The nurse should recognize this as a manifestation of which of the following diseases?

A nurse is reinforcing postoperative teaching to a patient following cataract surgery. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse is caring for a male older adult patient who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as risk factors associated with this disease? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a new diagnosis of cataracts. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has a new diagnosis of dry macular degeneration. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A nurse is performing an otoscopic examination of a patient. Which of the following is an unexpected finding?

A nurse is reviewing the medical health record of a patient who has severe otitis media. Which of the following are expected findings? (Select all that apply)

A nurse in a clinic is caring for a patient who has Ménière’s disease & is experiencing vertigo. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend to help control the vertigo? (Select all that apply)

A nurse is caring for a patient who has suspected Meniere disease. Which of the following is an expected finding?

A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a patient following middle ear surgery. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?

The nurse is preparing to reinforce a teaching plan for a patient who is undergoing cataract extraction with intraocular implant. Which home care measures should the nurse include in the plan? (Select all that apply)

The nurse is assisting with developing a teaching plan for the patient with glaucoma. Which instruction should the nurse suggest to include in the care plan?

The nurse is assigned to care for a patient with a detached retina. Which finding should the nurse expect to be documented in the patient’s record?

The nurse is assigned to care for a patient with a diagnosis of a detached retina. Which findings would indicate that bleeding has occurred as a result of the retinal detachment? (Select all that apply)

A patient arrives at the emergency department after an automobile accident. The patient’s forehead hit the steering wheel & a hyphema has been diagnosed. Which position should the nurse position the patient?

A patient sustains a contusion of the eyeball after a traumatic injury with a blunt object. The nurse should take which immediate action?

A patient sustains a chemical eye injury from a splash of battery acid. The nurse should prepare the patient for which immediate measure?

The nurse is caring for a patient after enucleation & notes the presence of bright red drainage on the dressing. The nurse should take which appropriate action?

The nurse is preparing to administer ear drops to an adult patient. The nurse administers the ear drops by which technique?

The nurse is caring for a patient who is hearing impaired & should take which approach to facilitate communication?

A patient arrives at the emergency room with a foreign body in the left ear that has been determined to be an insect. Which initial intervention should the nurse anticipate to be prescribed?

A nurse notes that the PHCP has documented a diagnosis of presbycusis on the patient’s chart. Which explanation should the nurse give to the patient to explain this condition?

A patient with Ménière’s disease is experiencing severe vertigo. The nurse reinforces instructions to the patient to do which with assisting controlling the vertigo?

The nurse is assigned to care for a patient hospitalized with Ménière’s disease. The nurse expects that which would most likely be prescribed to the patient?

A patient is diagnosed with glaucoma. Which date gathered by the nurse indicate a risk factor associated with glaucoma?

Betaxolol hydrochloride eye drops have been prescribed for the patient with glaucoma. Which nursing action is most important related to monitoring for the side/adverse effects of this medication?

The nurse assists with preparing the patient for ear irrigation as prescribed by the PHCP. Which action should the nurse plan to take?

In preparation for a cataract surgery, the nurse is to administer cyclopentolate eyedrops. The nurse administers the eyedrops knowing that which is the purpose of this medication?

The nurse is providing instructions to a patient who will be self-administering eyedrops. To minimize the systemic effects that eyedrops can produce, the patient is instructed to perform which action?

The patient is receiving an eyedrop & eye ointment to the right eye. Which action should the nurse take?

The nurse is caring for a patient with glaucoma. Which medication prescribed for the patient should the nurse question?

The nurse is preparing to administer eyedrops. Which interventions should the nurse take to administer the eyedrops? (Select all that apply)

A patient was just admitted to the hospital to rule out a gastrointestinal bleed. The patient has brought several bottles of medications prescribed by different specialists. During the admission assessment, the patient states, “Lately, I have been hearing some roaring sounds in my ears, especially when I am alone.” Which medication should the nurse determine to be the cause of the patient’s complaint?

Pilocarpine hydrochloride is prescribed for the patient with glaucoma. Which medication should the nurse plan to have available in the event of systemic toxicity?

A miotic medication has been prescribed for the patient with glaucoma. The patient asks the nurse about the purpose of the medication. The nurse should tell the patient which purpose?

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving mydriatic eye drops. Which of the following clinical manifestations indicates to the nurse that the patient has developed a systemic anticholinergic effect?

A nurse is collecting data from a patient who has a possible cataract. The nurse expects the patient to report:

A nurse is reinforcing education about postoperative care to a patient who is scheduled for cataract surgery. Which of the following information should be included?

A nurse is talking with a patient who will undergo surgery to repair retinal detachment. which of the following preoperative instructions should the nurse include?

A nurse provides teaching to a patient on proper hearing aid use. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further instruction?

A nurse is presenting a program on cataracts to a group of older adults at a local community center. The nurse explains that which of the following findings consistent with cataracts?

A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a patient who has chronic open angle glaucoma. The patient has been prescribed pilocarpine (Pilocar) ophthalmic eye drops. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in her teaching?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has undergone a cataract removal of the left eye with placement of intraocular lens implant. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates to the nurse that additional education is needed?

A nurse is caring for a patient who just had cataract surgery. Which of the following comments made by the patient to the nurse should be reported to the patient’s surgeon?

While attempting to obtain information from a patient who is hearing impaired, which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention?

The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions for a patient following a right cataract extraction. Which of the following patient statements indicate the teaching has been effective?

A nurse is assisting with the development of a plan of care for a patient who is postoperative following repair of a detached retina. Oil was placed in the eye during the procedure. Which of the following should the nurse include?

A nurse is planning care on the first postoperative day for a client who has had a detached retina. Which of the following actions should the nurse include?

A nurse is collecting data from a client who is being evaluated for primary open angle glaucoma. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of glaucoma?

A nurse is caring for a patient who has been newly diagnosed with chronic open angle glaucoma. Which of the following statements made by the patient indicates an understanding of the diagnosis?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching for a patient who has glaucoma. Which of the following statements is appropriate?

A nurse is caring for a patient who is post left corneal transplant. The nurse observes purulent drainage from the affected eye. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement immediately?

When examining a clients ears, the nurse notices a yellowish liquid discharge from the left ear. Which of the following terms should the nurse use when documenting this finding?

A nurse is speaking to the partner of an older adult client who resides in a long-term care facility. The partner reports that he has had to speak louder than usual for his spouse to be able to hear him. The client has also stopped actively participating in social activities and group conversations. The nurse should recognize that these findings are likely due to which of the following?

A nurse is admitting a patient with a partial hearing impairment. Which of the following is the priority action by the nurse?