Cataracts: Nursing Considerations and Health Teachings

Question 1

Cataracts: Nursing Considerations

Pre-Op

Answer 1

1. Dilate pupils
2. Shave eyelashes
3. Face scrub
4. Sedation

Question 2

Cataracts: Nursing Considerations

Post-Op

Answer 2

1. Prevent stress on the suture line
2. Prevent increase IOP
3. Prevent hemorrhage
4. Prevent infection
5. Correct visual acuity to 20/40 - 20/15

Question 3

Cataracts: Health Teachings

Answer 3

1. Eye shield at night
2. Avoid heavy lifting
3. No bending below knees
4. Normal ADL
5. Sleep on the unoperative side for 3-4 weeks
6. Do not:
   
   • Drive, wear make up, avoid swimming, strenous activities
   • get soap or water in the eyes
   • touch or rub eyes
   • squeeze eye shut