Question

A 36-year-old man presents with a unilateral red eye, photophobia, and blurred vision. Visual acuity is reduced. There is ciliary flush. What is the most appropriate immediate action in primary care?

Accepted Answer

Urgent same-day ophthalmology referral

Answer

Start chloramphenicol drops QDS and review in 48 h

Answer

Start topical dexamethasone

Answer

Advise lubricants only

Answer

Arrange routine optician review

Practice question

A 36-year-old man presents with a unilateral red eye, photophobia, and blurred vision. Visual acuity is reduced. There is ciliary flush. What is the most appropriate immediate action in primary care?