Read This Selection: Dacryocystitis Is an Infection of the Lacrimal

Multiple Choice

Read this selection: Dacryocystitis is an infection of the lacrimal sac, with swelling and pus at the medial corner of the eye.Which of the following statements best describes a patient with this condition?

A) No inflammation is involved.
B) Antibiotics would not help this patient.
C) A visual acuity test would help with diagnosis.
D) The canthus is purulent.
E) The patient is definitely not contagious.