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Title: Which common eye disorders should the nurse include in a teaching session for the parents of ...
Post by: cristiik on Feb 5, 2018
Which common eye disorders should the nurse include in a teaching session for the parents of pediatric clients? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Hyperopia
  2. Myopia
  3. Astigmatism
  4. Strabismus
  5. Cataracts


Title: Which common eye disorders should the nurse include in a teaching session for the parents of ...
Post by: knelson11 on Feb 5, 2018
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. Hyperopia, or farsightedness, is a common eye disorder seen in the pediatric population.
2. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common eye disorder seen in the pediatric population.
3. Astigmatism, or blurred vision, is a common eye disorder seen in the pediatric population.
4. Strabismus can be acquired or congenital; however, it is not considered a common eye disorder for pediatric clients.
5. Cataracts are more common in the older adult population, not the pediatric population.