When caring for a client with progressive macular degeneration, which teaching measure is primary for client safety?
A) Patch the affected eye.
B) Turn head side to side when walking.
C) Avoid bending over.
D) Avoid straining the eyes.
B
Feedback:
To expand the visual field, the client should be taught to turn the head from side to side when walking. This effort can assist in improving vision field and decrease risk of injury from tripping and falls. This technique helps to maximize the partial sight. A patch may assist with symptoms of dizziness associated with hemianopia but not significant for safety. Bending over can increase intracranial pressure but not significant with macular degeneration. Straining the eyes with close work and reading can increase blurring of vision in macular degeneration but not significant for safety.
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