The nurse has given a community group a presentation on eye health. Which statement by a participant indicates a need for more instruction?
a. "I always lose my sunglasses, so I don't wear them."
b. "I have diabetes and get an annual eye exam."
c. "I will not share my contact solution with others."
d. "I will wear safety glasses when I mow the lawn."
ANS: A
Clients should be taught to protect their eyes from ultraviolet (UV) exposure by consistently wearing sunglasses when outdoors, when tanning in tanning salons, or when working with UV light. The other statements are correct.
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