The nurse is establishing a visual test using the Snellen chart for a client experiencing visual changes. At which distance should the nurse instruct the client to stand?
A) A 10-feet distance
B) A 20-feet distance
C) A 30-feet distance
D) A 40-feet distance
B
Feedback:
The nurse is correct in instructing the client to stand at a 20-feet distance from the Snellen chart. Often, the nurse places tape on the floor to denote the correct distance for the client to stand.
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