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17. On postoperative day one, the patient’s vision is 20/200 (it was 20/20 preoperatively). Which of
the following is true?
a. The patient will probably need an additional operation.
b. A cataract has developed.
c. This is probably due to a Tenon cyst.
d. This is normal and will get better on its own in a few days to a few weeks.
18. Which of the following is FALSE regarding blebitis/endophthalmitis?
a. It tends to occur within the first 48 hours after surgery but can occur at any time as long
as the bleb is functional.
b. It is an ocular emergency.
c. Antibiotics should be injected before anything else is done.
d. It can result in blindness.
19. Which of the following is a complication unique to tube-shunts?
a. Hypotony.
b. Infection.
c. Diplopia.
d. Wound leak.
20. Which of the following should be included in the communication back to the referring doctor at the
end of the postoperative period?
a. The type of surgery
b. The date of surgery
c. Issues that should prompt re-referral
d. All of the above