While assessing the eyes of a client, the nurse finds that the client has red, watery eyes with purulent exudates and obstruction in the nasolacrimal duct. What does the nurse interpret from these findings?

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The symptoms of red, watery eyes with purulent exudates and obstruction in the nasolacrimal duct indicate an infection in the lacrimal sac, which is a characteristic feature of dacryocystitis. Uveitis is inflammation of the uvea, while scleritis is inflammation of the sclera, and keratitis is inflammation of the cornea. These conditions have different presenting symptoms and do not match the symptoms described in the scenario.

While Assessing the Eyes of a Client, the Nurse Finds