When Being Interviewed, a 50-Year-Old Patient Says That He Cannot

question 17

Multiple Choice

When being interviewed, a 50-year-old patient says that he cannot see the newspaper as well as he used to.What is the reason this patient vision has changed from near to far?

• A) The ciliary muscle changes the pupil size.
• B) The lens of the eye changes shape as the ciliary muscle contracts and relaxes.
• C) Nearsightedness has set in.
• D) Clouding of the vitreous humor has occurred.

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Definitions:

Acute Exacerbation

A sudden worsening of the symptoms of a chronic condition, leading to an increased severity of disease state in a short period of time.

Near Vision

The ability to see objects clearly at a close distance, typically within arm's reach.

Printed Text

The output of textual information in physical form, often through methods such as printing on paper.

Icteric Sclerae

The yellowing of the white part of the eyes, indicative of jaundice, usually due to liver dysfunction or bile duct obstruction.