A Patient Complaining of Eye Pain Informs You That He

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient complaining of eye pain informs you that he was diagnosed with a corneal abrasion three days ago. He called 911 today because the discomfort has not yet gone away and he desires medical attention. Based on this information, which of the following is TRUE?

• A) Fluid is leaking from the posterior chamber.
• B) The transparent structure that covers the pupil has been damaged.
• C) The sclera must be infected.
• D) The lens of the eye has been abraded.

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Definitions:

Reservations

In the context of American history, these are tracts of land managed by a Native American tribe under the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, where the federal government recognizes the tribe's sovereignty to a degree.

Antifederalists

Opponents of the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, who advocated for a decentralized governmental structure to grant more power to state governments.

Constitutional Convention

A constitutional convention is a formal gathering of delegates for the purpose of drafting or amending a constitution.

National Government

The organization through which political authority is exercised at the national level, responsible for creating and enforcing laws, and managing the affairs of a nation.