Strabismus

Question 1 of 7

The nurse is caring for a child who has been diagnosed with strabismus. What is the plan of care to prevent complications of this condition?

Occlude the unaffected eye to strengthen the weaker eye

Prep for surgery on both eyes to equalize them

Occlude both eyes at night

Begin nonsurgical intervention at the age of 10

Question 2 of 7

A mother brings her 2-month old child in for a well baby visit and reports concern that the child has its eyes crossed most of the time. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse? Select all that apply

"It is ok for baby to cross her eyes at this age. After 4 months they will gain the ability to focus"

"Well that is no good, we need to get her into see a pediatric opthamologist"

"Babies can sometimes do this, but it is a completely normal thing for baby to do"

"Sometimes infants need to have glasses to help them focus their eyes"

"That seems a little harsh, you should love your baby no matter if they have crossed eyes or not"

Question 3 of 7

A school nurse is performing the cover test for students. Which of the following assessment findings would indicate the presence of strabismus?

Constant nystagmus is present in the uncovered eye

The setting-sun sign is noted in the uncovered eye

The uncovered eye moves while looking at a near object

The covered eye does not move while looking at a near object

Question 4 of 7

The nurse caring for a 3-year-old with strabismus knows which of the following is true regarding the need for treatment?

If it is not corrected by age 6-8 amblyopia may occur in the strong eye

If it is not corrected by age 4-6 hyperopia may occur in the weakened eye

Amblyopia may occur in the weakened eye if it is not corrected by age 6-8

If by age 4-6 it is not corrected, amblyopia may occur in the weakened eye

Question 5 of 7

Which of the following infections can cause visual impairment to a fetus exposed in utero? Select all that apply.

Herpes

Syphilis

Rubella

Toxoplasmosis

Chlamydia

Question 6 of 7

The nurse performing the corneal light reflex knows that which of the following is a sign of strabismus?

The light is symmetrical within each pupil.

The light is asymmetrical in one eye

No red reflex is seen.

A red reflex is seen in both eyes.

Question 7 of 7

The nurse caring for an infant notices that the eyes appear crossed. Which of the following is true about vision in infancy?

Lack of binocularity is normal up until 4 months of age

Lack of binocularity is normal up until 6 months of age

This is a sign of infant glaucoma

This is a sign of hyperopia

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