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When examining the eye with an ophthalmoscope where would the nurse look to visualize the optic disc?

The optic disc should be examined first, and should become visible as you move closer to the patient. Generally, this will be when you are approximately two inches from the patient's eye. To clearly visualize the disc, rotate the lenses until it is in focus.

When performing the cover test the nurse would cover one of the client's eyes and then ask the client to do which of the following?

A nurse is assessing an adult client's eyes and vision. When performing the cover test, the nurse would cover one of the client's eyes and then do which of the following? A) Ask the client to focus on a distant object, looking for movement in the other eye.

What action should the nurse take when testing a client's near vision?

To test near visual acuity, the nurse should have the client hold the chart 14 inches from the eyes. The Snellen chart should be kept at eye level, 20 feet away on the wall when testing for distant vision.

What is being tested when the client is being assessed utilizing a Jaeger card?

The Jaeger chart is an eye chart used in testing near vision acuity. It is a card on which paragraphs of text are printed, with the text sizes increasing from 0.37 mm to 2.5 mm. This card is to be held by a patient at a fixed distance from the eye dependent on the J size being read.