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Miscellaneous Eye Conditions: Retinal detachment - Coggle Diagram
Miscellaneous Eye Conditions: Retinal detachment
Definition
An emergency when part of the eye (the retina) pulls away from supportive tissue
Causes
Retina separates from the layer underneath
Risk Factors
Complications from cataract surgery
Family history of retinal detachment
Severe myopia
Diabetic retinopathy
Smoking
Retinal tears
Pathophysiology
Sub-retinal fluid accumulates between the neurosensory retina and the retinal pigment epithelium
Associated with posterior vitreous detachment or trauma
Nursing Intervention
Advise the patient to get glasses that are specifically tailored for their eyes to optimize the vision that they have
Make home safer by placing colored tape on the edges of steps
Advise the patient to tell friends and family about their vision problem so they can help
Educating the patient to have proper light in their home for reading and other activities
Educating the patient and his family to eliminate throw rugs