Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG)is Diagnosed in a Middle-Aged Woman During

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Multiple Choice

Primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) is diagnosed in a middle-aged woman during a routine examination by her ophthalmologist.During the initial assessment of the patient,what would the nurse expect the patient history to include?

• A) Blurred vision
• B) No symptoms of pain or pressure
• C) Seeing coloured halos around lights
• D) Eye pain accompanied by nausea and vomiting

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Definitions:

Metatarsals

The long bones in the foot located between the ankle (tarsal bones) and the toes (phalanges), crucial for walking and balance.

Bone Matrix

The extracellular substance of bone tissue, consisting of collagen fibers and ground substance that houses bone cells and mineral deposits.

Osteocytes

Mature bone cells that maintain bone tissue and are embedded in the bone matrix.

Lacunae

Small cavities within bone or cartilage tissue that house cells.