Eye Conditions on the NCLEX | Glaucoma, Cataracts & Retinal Detachment

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NCLEX Bootcamp Free Resources: Free NCLEX Cheat Sheets - https://bootcamp.com/nclex/free-resources Free NCLEX Practice Cases and Video Explanations - https://bootcamp.com/nclex Learn the top eye conditions for NCLEX® in this fast, high-yield review. Covers recognition, emergencies, and nursing care for: 1. Glaucoma: open-angle vs acute angle-closure, ↑IOP, punctal occlusion 2. Cataracts: cloudy lens, blurry vision, night driving problems 3. Retinal detachment: floaters, flashes, curtain vision (emergency!) 4. Eye trauma: foreign body, penetrating injury, chemical burns 5. Visual impairment care: safety, independence, clock method ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: Eye conditions the NCLEX tests most 0:03 – Supporting clients with visual impairment (safety & independence) 0:30 – Orientation, environment setup & ambulation assistance 0:52 – Sitting safety & the “clock method” for meals Glaucoma 1:14 – Overview: increased intraocular pressure (IOP) 1:39 – Glaucoma vs cataracts vs retinal detachment 2:07 – NCLEX emergencies: acute glaucoma & retinal detachment 2:31 – Glaucoma pathophysiology (drainage issue → ↑IOP) Types of Glaucoma 2:31 – Open-angle glaucoma: chronic, painless, gradual tunnel vision 3:00 – Angle-closure glaucoma: sudden pain, emergency Glaucoma Nursing Care 3:26 – Meds: timolol (beta-blocker), brimonidine 3:26 – Systemic absorption risks: bradycardia & hypertensive crisis 3:26 – Punctal occlusion for 1 minute 3:51 – Avoid anticholinergics (increase IOP) 3:51 – Acute care: IV mannitol 3:51 – Surgical management NCLEX Quick Check #1 (Glaucoma) 4:14 – Which type is painful? 4:14 – Which type causes tunnel vision? 4:39 – Prevent systemic absorption? Eye Drop Administration Teaching 5:02 – Remove contacts, wait 15 minutes 5:02 – Wait 5–10 minutes between drops 5:25 – Step-by-step instillation technique 5:25 – Inner canthus pressure (punctal occlusion) Cataracts 5:50 – What is a cataract? (lens clouding) 5:50 – Symptoms: blurry/cloudy vision, night driving difficulty 6:18 – Prevention: UV protection 6:18 – Early management: lighting, large-print text, safety supports 6:18 – Only definitive treatment: surgical lens replacement NCLEX Quick Check #2 (Cataracts) 6:40 – Cataract signs to recognize Retinal Detachment (Vision Emergency!) 7:06 – Pathophysiology: retina peels off 7:06 – Sudden painless vision loss 7:06 – Risk factors: aging, diabetic retinopathy, trauma 7:06 – Findings: floaters, flashes, curtain across vision 7:41 – Emergency surgical repair Post-Op Retinal Care 8:11 – Avoid ↑ IOP: no bending, lifting, coughing, straining 8:11 – Watch for infection 8:11 – Eye patch to limit eye movement 8:36 – Monitor for recurrent detachment NCLEX Quick Check #3 (Retinal Detachment) 8:36 – Three key signs 8:57 – What to avoid post-op? Eye Trauma 9:22 – Foreign body: tearing, photophobia → irrigate inner→outer 9:22 – Never rub the eye 9:44 – Penetrating injury: never remove object 10:10 – Cover both eyes to prevent movement 10:10 – Surgery required 10:33 – Chemical burns: immediate copious irrigation NGN Strategy Course Playlist - https://app.bootcamp.com/nclex/next-gen-cases/qbanks Follow us on Social: Study Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nclexbootcampstudentgroup Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/nclexbootcampoffical Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nclexbootcamp TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@nclex_bootcamp ___________________________________________________________ eye conditions NCLEX, glaucoma NCLEX, acute angle-closure glaucoma NCLEX, open-angle glaucoma NCLEX, cataracts NCLEX, retinal detachment NCLEX, eye trauma NCLEX, visual impairment nursing care, punctal occlusion NCLEX, eye drop administration NCLEX, chemical eye burn NCLEX, foreign body eye NCLEX, penetrating eye injury NCLEX, increased intraocular pressure NCLEX, ophthalmic nursing NCLEX, acute vision loss NCLEX, retinal tear symptoms NCLEX, blurry vision cataract NCLEX, safety for visually impaired NCLEX