A patient is about to undergo emergency surgery for acute angle-closure glaucoma. Before surgery,which agent(s)will the nurse expect to administer? (Select all that apply.)

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Acetazolamide is used short term,in conjunction with other agents,to produce rapid lowering of IOP in patients with angle-closure glaucoma. Mannitol is an osmotic agent used in the emergency treatment of acute angle-closure glaucoma. Timolol helps reduce the production of aqueous humor and can be used in emergency treatment of angle-closure glaucoma. Brimonidine is used for long-term therapy for glaucoma. Phenylephrine is an adrenergic agonist used as a mydriatic agent.

A Patient Is About to Undergo Emergency Surgery for Acute