MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

SURGERY

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The nurse is administering an ophthalmic ointment to a patient with conjunctivitis.Which disadvantage of the application of an ointment does the nurse explain to the patient?
A
a. It does not work as rapidly as eye drops do.
B
b. Blurred vision results after application.
C
It has a lower concentration than eyedrops.
D
d. It has more side effects than eye drops.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Some types of conjunctivitis can cause a condition called keratitis. Keratitis is where your cornea (the front of your eye) becomes swollen. This can be painful and make your eyes sensitive to light (photophobia). Ulcers sometimes form on the cornea.

Detailed explanation-2: -In most cases viral conjunctivitis does not affect your vision but rarely you might notice your vision becomes blurry or you may see glare when looking at lights. This is due to an inflammatory reaction causing small white dots on the cornea, the transparent window at the front of the eye.

Detailed explanation-3: -The most common conditions that affect the conjunctiva are pink eye (conjunctivitis) and subconjunctival hemorrhages. Pink eye is a common eye infection. It’s caused by allergens, irritants, bacteria and viruses.

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