A patient who reports transient vision loss and describes it as "curtains of darkness" is most likely suffering from
A)blepharitis.
B)cataracts.
C)conjunctivitis.
D)an ischemic event.

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an ischemic event.
If a patient reports transient vision loss as their chief complaint and further describes it as a "veil" or "curtain of darkness," the patient is most likely suffering from either an ischemic event or retinal detachment. In either event, the condition is an urgent medical emergency and the patient should seek emergency care in order to prevent permanent vision loss.

A Patient Who Reports Transient Vision Loss and Describes It