Eye injuries Flashcards
1
Q
What causes eyelid injuries?
A
- Foreign bodies
- Wounds
- An inflammatory reaction
2
Q
What causes eyeball injuries?
A
- Cornea injuries
- Penetrating wounds
- Non-penetrating wounds
- Direct trauma to the eye/skull
- Prolapse of the eyeball
3
Q
What is the treatment of this injury?
A
- A prolapsed eye should be replaced ASAP
- Keep lubricated and prevent self-trauma
- Flush with saline to clean
- Sterile gauze/swab taped over area
- Dark, warm area
- Monitor closely