The Absence of Rods and Cones in the Area of the Optic

question 18

Multiple Choice

The absence of rods and cones in the area of the optic disks creates:

• A) macular degeneration.
• B) cataracts.
• C) glaucoma.
• D) blind spots.

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Definitions:

Sensory Deficit

A reduction or lack of the usual level of one or more of the senses, including sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

Risk for Falls

A condition or situation increasing the likelihood of falling, often assessed in healthcare settings.

Nursing Diagnosis

A clinical judgment about individual, family, or community experiences/responses to actual or potential health problems/life processes.

Xerostomia

A condition also known as dry mouth, resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow.