While Assessing a Child with Glaucoma, the Nurse Uses a Tonometry

question 6

Multiple Choice

While assessing a child with glaucoma, the nurse uses a tonometry instrument. What is the purpose of this instrument?

• A) To assess the iris of the eye
• B) To assess the sclera of the eye
• C) To assess the cornea of the eye
• D) To assess the intraocular pressure

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