Glaucoma
Glaucoma
Glaucoma
GLAUCOMA
BY: JAN NINA GARAY
Used to refer to a group of eye conditions
characterized by elevated IOP (Intraocular
pressure) that damages the optic nerve.
Glaucoma
RISK FACTORS
There are two theories regarding how increased IOP damages the optic nerve in glaucoma.
The direct mechanical theory suggests that high IOP damages the retinal layer as it passes
through the optic nerve head. The indirect ischemic theory suggests that high IOP compresses
the microcirculation in the optic nerve head, resulting in cell injury and death. Some
glaucomas appear as exclusively mechanical, and some are exclusively ischemic types.
Typically, most cases are a combination of both.
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Classification of Glaucoma
Blurry vision
Headache
Congenital Glaucoma
A rare group of diseases that affect the eyes from birth. When
a newborn has glaucoma, the fluid in the eye does not drain
properly, placing pressure on the optic nerve.
Signs and Symptoms
Congenital Glaucoma
Enlarged eyes
Excessive tearing
Cloudy cornea
Light sensitivity
Assessment and Diagnostic findings
The purpose of a glaucoma workup is to establish the diagnostic category, assess the optic
nerve damage, and formulate a treatment plan. The patients ocular and medical history must
be be detailed to investigate the history of predisposing factors.
Nursing Management
Nursing Management
Continuing and Transitional
Care
Nursing Management