How would assist that your client is at risk for eye disease?

Answer 1

· Are age 65 or older

· Are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and over age 40

· Have Diabetes

· Have a family member with diabetes or eye disease

Your client needs to see an eye doctor right away if their vision or their eyes suddenly change.

Any changes in the appearance of their eyes or vision should be investigated further. Some examples include:

· Unusual trouble adjusting to dark rooms;

· Difficulty focusing on near or distant objects;

· Squinting or blinking due to unusual sensitivity to light or glare;

· Change in color of iris;

· Red-rimmed, encrusted or swollen lids;

· Recurrent pain in or around eyes;

· Double vision;

· Dark spot at the center of viewing;

· Lines and edges appear distorted or wavy;

· Excess tearing or "watery eyes";

· Dry eyes with itching or burning; and

· Seeing spots, ghost-like images.

The following may be indications of potentially serious problems that might require emergency medical attention:

· Sudden loss of vision in one eye;

· Sudden hazy or blurred vision;

· Flashes of light or black spots;

· Halos or rainbows around light;

· Curtain-like blotting out of vision; and

Answer 2

If a client is at risk for eye disease, I would recommend scheduling regular eye exams with an eye care professional to monitor their eye health and detect any issues early. Additionally, advising them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and protecting their eyes from UV rays and blue light, can help reduce the risk of developing eye diseases. It is crucial to discuss any family history of eye diseases and follow any specific recommendations from their healthcare provider.

Answer 3

if client is above age of 65

redness

rashes

history of diabetes, hypertension, Grave's disease, or connective tissues disorders

Answer 4

how would you assess that your client is at risk for eye disease