A 73-year old male patient complains of progressive darkening and clouding across his entire left field of vision. The patient reports no pain or trauma, and the progression has taken place very gradually. He is diagnosed with a cataract in the left eye. Why is it extremely important that all personnel in this procedure wear powder-free gloves?

A 73-year old male patient complains of progressive darkening and clouding across his entire left field of vision. The patient reports no pain or trauma, and the progression has taken place very gradually. He is diagnosed with a cataract in the left eye. Why is it extremely important that all personnel in this procedure wear powder-free gloves?

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter6: The Peripheral Nervous System: Afferent Division; Special Senses

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