Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A client is brought into the emergency room with sudden severe complaints of eye pain, blurred and decreased visual acuity, and extreme pressure in their eyes. The nurse would most likely suspect the client to have:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Acute angle-closure glaucoma is characterized by sudden, severe eye pain, blurred and decreased visual acuity, and increased intraocular pressure. This condition is a medical emergency.