During an examination, a patient states that she was diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma 2 years ago. The nurse assesses for characteristics of open-angle glaucoma. Which of these are characteristics of open-angle glaucoma? (Select all that apply.)
A) Immediate treatment is needed.
B) Virtually no symptoms are exhibited.
C) Vision loss begins with peripheral vision.
D) Patient may experience sensitivity to light, nausea, and halos around lights.
E) Patient experiences tunnel vision in the late stages.
F) Open-angle glaucoma causes sudden attacks of increased pressure that cause blurred vision.
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