Asked by Charna Smith on May 10, 2024

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A 48-year-old patient comes to the physician's office complaining of diminished near vision,which the nurse confirms with testing.She should document this finding as:

A) Myopia
B) Diplopia
C) Presbyopia
D) Mydriasis

Presbyopia

A condition associated with aging in which the eye exhibits a progressively diminished ability to focus on near objects.

Myopia

A common vision condition, also known as nearsightedness, where distant objects appear blurry while close ones can be seen clearly.

Mydriasis

Dilation of the pupils that can be normal or a sign of an underlying condition.

  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of common vision and hearing impairments.
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vansh ahujaMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Diminished near vision in a patient over age 40 or so years is known as presbyopia.Diminished distant vision is known as myopia.Double vision is known as diplopia.Mydriasis or enlarged pupils may be seen with glaucoma.