Eyes and Ears

Question 1

Hearing aid education

Answer 1

Pull ear up and back (for >3 yo)
High-pitched whistling sound indicates hearing aid volume is too high
Wash w/ alcohol wipes or soft cloth

Question 2

Acute angle-closure glaucoma

Answer 2

Blurred vision
Unilateral HA
Conjunctival redness
N+V
Increased intraocular pressure
Reports of seeing halos around eyes

Question 3

Tx of angle-closure glaucoma

Answer 3

Administer diuretic, BB, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (acetazolamide)
Fall precautions
Avoid activities that increase intraocular pressure

Question 4

Open-angle glaucoma vs. macular degeneration

Answer 4

OAG: Gradual loss of peripheral vision (tunnel vision)
MD: opposite

Question 5

Cataracts S+S

Answer 5

Reports of seeing halos around lights
Cloudy lens
Blurred vision

Question 6

Myopia AKA

Answer 6

nearsightedness

Question 7

Myopia S+S

Answer 7

Hold objects near face
Sit near objects to see clearly

Question 8

Primary open-angle glaucoma management

Answer 8

Emergency medical identification
Discuss OTC meds w/ HCP
Maintain lifelong adherence to prescribed schedule for ophthalmic drop instillation