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Modifiable
Trauma
Hemorrhage
Exudates that occur in front of or behind the retina
Sudden, severe physical exertion especially in persons who are
debilitated.
Non-modifiable
Myopic degeneration
Aphakia (absence of crystalline lens)
Assessment
Diagnostic Evaluation
Ophthalmoscopy or slit-lamp examination with full pupil dilation
shows retina as gray or opaque in detached areas. The retina is
normally transparent.
Medical Management
Techniques include:
Nursing Intervention
Documentation Guidelines
Visual acuity
Reaction to activity restrictions; ability of patient to participate in
activities of daily living independently
Complications such as bleeding,infection,decreased visual
acuity,falls
Response to medications and ability of the patient to instill eye drops
Understanding of eye care at home