Question

question 35 (mandatory) (2 points)
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in using the ophthalmoscope to assess a patients eyes, you note a red glow in the patients pupils. you would:
check the light source of the ophthalmoscope to verify that it is functioning.
consider this a normal reflection of the ophthalmoscope light off of the inner retina.
continue with the ophthalmoscopic examination and refer the patient for further evaluation.
suspect that there is an opacity in the lens or cornea.

Explanation:

When using an ophthalmoscope, a red glow (red reflex) in the pupils is a normal finding. It is the reflection of the ophthalmoscope light off the inner retina. Checking the light source is unnecessary as the glow is present. Referring for further evaluation is not needed for a normal finding. An opacity in the lens or cornea would likely block or alter the light, not cause a normal - appearing red glow.

Answer:

Consider this a normal reflection of the ophthalmoscope light off of the inner retina.