Practice Question
A client sustained a subconjunctival hemorrhage. The presence of which set of symptoms indicate that the client needs to be seen for further evaluation by an ophthalmologist?
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Correct Answer:
Acute pain, change in visual acuity, and foreign body sensation.
Rationale:
👁️A subconjunctival hemorrhage is usually a benign condition caused by ruptured small blood vessels under the conjunctiva, often resolving without treatment.
👁️However, if the client develops acute eye pain, visual changes, or a foreign body sensation, it may signal a more serious underlying ocular injury or pathology such as corneal abrasion, globe rupture, or intraocular pressure changes.
👁️These symptoms require urgent evaluation by an ophthalmologist to prevent permanent vision damage.
👁️In contrast, mild redness, itching, or watery discharge usually indicates allergic conjunctivitis, while chronic burning or difficulty focusing often reflects refractive or age-related issues, not emergencies.
👁️Prompt assessment ensures early detection and intervention for sight-threatening complications.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: 🏡HESI-Health Assessment
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