The nurse is planning interventions for a client with impaired vision. Which intervention should the nurse select when assisting this client with meals?
a. Assist as much as possible to avoid frustration
b. Encourage to eat with others to promote social interaction
c. Utilize the analogy of a clock face to help locate specific foods on the plate
d. Utilize plates with decorative patterns to aid in making the meal more pleasurable
c. Utilize the analogy of a clock face to help locate specific foods on the plate
The nurse should use the clock analogy to orient the person to the location of food on the plate. Independence with meals should be encouraged. Social interaction is important for older clients but too many distractions may hinder the feeding process. Decorative patterned plates would not be helpful for a client with impaired vision.
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