During a well child assessment of an AfricanAmerican infant, the primary care
pediatric nurse practitioner notes a dark redbrown light reflex in the left eye and a slightly brighter, redorange light reflex in the right eye. The nurse practitioner will

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During a well child assessment of an African­American infant, the primary care
pediatric nurse practitioner notes a dark red­brown light reflex in the left eye and a slightly brighter, red­orange light reflex in the right eye. The nurse practitioner will

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A difference in the red reflex between the eyes may indicate a potential problem with the eye, such as a cataract or other structural abnormality. Referral to an ophthalmologist is the most appropriate action to further evaluate and manage the infant's eye health. Dilating the pupils or performing auto-refractor screening would not address the underlying issue and rechecking in one month could potentially delay important treatment.

During a Well Child Assessment of an African­American Infant, the Primary

During a Well Child Assessment of an AfricanAmerican Infant, the Primary