The loss of central vision interferes with the client's ability to:
a. walk
b. perform activities of daily living (ADLs )
c. read and write
d. recognize colors
C
Macular degeneration is the atrophy or deterioration of the macula (the point on the retina where the light rays meet). The client loses central vision; that is, there is a dark hole in the center of vision, making it difficult for the client to read and write. This is usually associated with aging. The client moves the head slightly to use peripheral vision to see.
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