Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client with angle-closure glaucoma. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate from the primary healthcare provider (PHCP)?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor used to reduce intraocular pressure in angle-closure glaucoma by decreasing aqueous humor production. Diphenhydramine, phenylephrine, and nortriptyline are not indicated for this condition.