Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1211 of 2368

A child has conjunctivitis with thick, purulent discharge that sticks to the eyelashes. Which cause does the nurse suspect?

  1. Bacterial infection
  2. Viral infection
  3. Allergic reaction
  4. Exposure to dry air
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Correct answer: Bacterial infection

Bacterial conjunctivitis causes purulent discharge that may stick to the lashes. Viral and allergic types cause watery discharge.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Assessment (Recognize Cues). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026