The nurse is obtaining a health history from an older-adult client, who is new to the eye clinic and who has glaucoma. Which of the following information given by the client will have the most implications for the client's treatment?

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It is important to note whether the client takes any â-adrenergic blockers because this category of medications also is used to treat glaucoma, and there may be an increase in adverse effects. The use of aspirin does not increase intraocular pressure and is safe for clients with glaucoma. Although older clients should have yearly eye examinations, the treatment for this client will not be affected by the 10-year gap in eye care.
Conjunctivitis does not increase the risk for glaucoma

The Nurse Is Obtaining a Health History from an Older-Adult