In using the ophthalmoscope to assess a patient's eyes,the nurse notices a red glow in the patient's pupils.On the basis of this finding,the nurse would:
A) suspect that there is an opacity in the lens or cornea.
B) check the light source of the ophthalmoscope to verify that it is functioning.
C) consider this a normal reflection of the ophthalmoscope light off the inner retina.
D) continue with the ophthalmoscopic examination and refer the patient for further evaluation.
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