After Conducting a Physical Assessment,the Nurse Determines That the Client

question 13

Multiple Choice

After conducting a physical assessment,the nurse determines that the client is at risk for developing cataract.Which item in the health history support that the client is at risk for developing cataracts?

• A) Age 75 years
• B) Hypertension
• C) Minimal direct sun exposure
• D) Nonsmoker

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Definitions:

Adrenal Gland

A gland located above each kidney in the human body that produces hormones such as adrenaline and steroids like cortisol.

Sex Glands

Organs that produce sex hormones and gametes, such as the ovaries and testes.

Hypergonadism

A condition characterized by excessive activity of the gonads, leading to an overproduction of hormones such as testosterone or estrogen.

Hypothyroidism

A condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone, leading to a slowdown in bodily functions.