Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1215 of 2368
A child with conjunctivitis has had eye redness, watering, and light sensitivity. Which new finding should the nurse report to the provider?
- Sensitivity to bright light outdoors
- Worsening eye pain
- Tearing and watering of the eye
- A sticky feeling in the eyes on waking
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Correct answer: Worsening eye pain
Worsening eye pain could signal a complication. Light sensitivity, watering, and sticky eyes are common signs of conjunctivitis.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Other Childhood Disorders: Implementation (Take Action). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026