cataract
after cataract surgery bending at the waist is to be avoided because of what reason?
Increases IOP
where is vision loss located with open angle glaucoma
Peripheral vision
When a client has vision loss, we should do what to promote safety
describe the environment to the client
client has labyrinthitis what test should we do to measure nystagmus
six cardinal fields gaze
If client develops a horrible pain behind eye what are we worried about Postop
IOP
what happens to our vision when we have a cataract?
decreased color perception
what does a tonometry measure
IOP
patient has a retinal detachment what do we teach them about head movements before surgery
to restrict movement
what happens to the hearing with menieres disease
Gradual hearing loss and tinnitus
what eye protection do we wear outdoors after cataract surgery
dark glasses
what is the reason we would give stool softener after cataract surgery
to prevent straining during bowel movements which increases IOP
Medications that are over the counter that dilate the pupil may cause what?
Increased IOP
when should you wear a eye shield after retinal surgery
during naps and bedtime
When a client has menieres disease how often should he be walking without assistance
Never due to vertigo symptom
what position should a patient be in after cataract surgery to prevent IOP
semifowlers
when having to pick something off the floor after surgery we should teach them to do what?
Bend at the knees
what is a complication of not following the treatment of glaucoma
blindness
If a client wears contacts what do we need them to do before going to surgery
remove contacts to prevent corneal abrasions
client has acoustic neuroma what is a symptom of this disorder
tinnitus
How long until we expect our vision to return completely after cataract sx
4-6 weeks
How often do they change the eye dressing after surgery?
Daily
What is the most important thing for a client to do to prevent loss of vison
Lifelong compliance of medication
when a client had cataract surgery which side should the client lie on when sleeping
the unaffected side
Client has stapedectomy what is the most important way to protect against increased pressure to the graft site
Instruct client to not cough or sneeze
which part of the eye is affected with cataracts?
The Lens