Conjunctivitis

In this content review, we will define conjunctivitis and identify the three main types.  We will also cover the main causes and risk factors for developing this eye disorder. We will review how signs and symptoms and treatments of the types differ along with nursing interventions for each.  We will discuss diagnostics used to confirm conjunctivitis and some common treatment methods. Treatments including infection prevention and medications will then be reviewed along with important client teaching topics on infection prevention and side effects of medications.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Define conjunctivitis
2. Identify the most common causes of conjunctivitis
3. Describe signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis
4. Summarize treatment of conjunctivitis
5. Identify nursing interventions for treating clients with conjunctivitis