Eye trauma medlineplus
Definition
Causes
Pathophysiology
Clinical manifestation
the intraocular pressure can increase
causing rupture to the eye.
If sufficient blunt force
Globe rupture occurs when there is a defect in the cornea, sclera
Sudden compresses and retracte
Penetrating of foreign objects
Hit with blunt force
Trouble seeing
One eye stick out
Unusual pupil size or shape
And also the pain
Blood in the clear part of the eye
Nursing Intervention
Diagnostic test
Medical treatment
Angiography
Gonioscopy
Ultrasound biomicroscopy
Computerized tomography
Seidel test
Health education
Check the size of the eye
Encourage the patient to reduce prolonged vision.
Remove any retain object from the eye.
Apply cold to the affected area to reduce swelling.
Apply any medicine for treatment if ordered
Eye lotions
Eye ointments; allow the prolonged contact
Eye drops
Refers to damage caused by a direct blow to the eye
Be careful of any foreign objects
Cleaning of surrounding discharge.
Do not touch the eye