Review meds the client is currently on to determine whether any of them cause an increased intraocular pressure as a side effect. Have the client demonstrate the use of eye drops. Assess the client for chronic diseases such as diabetes.
Medications must be evaluated in terms of their potential for increasing the intraocular pressure. Ophthalmic drops are often prescribed for glaucoma and clients should know how to administer them correctly. Diabetes is a risk factor and its mgmt is important in helping slow POAG. An increase in intraocular pressure could cause further damage to a patient with POAG. The questions states the client is already diagnosed. POAG is painless and not correlated to BP.
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