What Is the Most Important Assessment Question to Ask a Patient

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the most important assessment question to ask a patient who is newly prescribed apraclonidine (Iopidine) for glaucoma?

• A) "How long have you had glaucoma?"
• B) "What other medications are you currently taking?"
• C) "Have you had any difficulty with retaining urine?"
• D) "Do you have asthma or any chronic respiratory problem?"

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Definitions:

Rods

Cells in the eye's retina known as photoreceptors that enable vision under dim lighting conditions.

Visible Spectrum

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, comprising wavelengths from approximately 380 to 750 nanometers.

Electromagnetic Wavelengths

The distance over which the wave's shape repeats, a fundamental characteristic of electromagnetic waves, including light, radio waves, and X-rays.

Acuity Range

The range of a sensory system's ability to detect and differentiate fine details.