A Patient with a Family History of Glaucoma Is Advised

Multiple Choice

A patient with a family history of glaucoma is advised to have pachymetry.The nurse should explain that the purpose of this test is to:

A) Assess collateral structures in the eye
B) Evaluate visual acuity without using dilating drops
C) Measure the thickness of the cornea
D) Obtain a more accurate measure of intraocular pressure