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

question 22

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) the presence of conjunctivitis over the iris.
• C) the presence of shadows, which may indicate glaucoma.
• D) a scattered light reflex, which may be indicative of cataracts.

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