When a Light Is Directed Across the Iris of a Patient's

question 30

Multiple Choice

When a light is directed across the iris of a patient's eye from the temporal side,the nurse is assessing for:

• A)Drainage from dacryocystitis.
• B)Presence of conjunctivitis over the iris.
• C)Presence of shadows, which may indicate glaucoma.
• D)Scattered light reflex, which may be indicative of cataracts.

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Definitions:

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A psychological condition where an individual exhibits multiple, distinct identities or personality states.

Iatrogenic

Produced or caused inadvertently by a clinician.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands in response to stress or low blood-glucose concentration, playing an important role in metabolism and the body's stress response.

Norepinephrine

Norepinephrine acts as a critical chemical messenger in the nervous system, playing a key role in enhancing alertness, attention, and response to stress.