Asked by Shayla Truong on Jul 26, 2024
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In a patient who has anisocoria, what would the nurse expect to observe?
A) Dilated pupils
B) Excessive tearing
C) Pupils of unequal size
D) Uneven curvature of the lens
Anisocoria
A condition characterized by unequal pupil sizes, which can be a sign of various neurological problems.
Pupils
The central, black circular openings in the iris of the eye, which regulate the amount of light that enters.
Dilated Pupils
The condition of having enlarged pupils, which can occur in response to low light conditions or indicate certain medical conditions.
- Identify the differences between normal and diseased eye conditions.
- Implement insights on the anatomical configuration of the eye in the appraisal process.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the differences between normal and diseased eye conditions.
- Implement insights on the anatomical configuration of the eye in the appraisal process.
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