The registered nurse is taking shift report and finds that one of her assigned patients is blind. The nurse recalls that the best way to approach a patient who is blind is to what?
A) Approach the guide dog before introducing yourself to the patient.
B) Introduce yourself in a firm, loud voice at the doorway of the room.
C) Touch the patient's arm and then introduce yourself.
D) State your name and role after entering the patient's room.
Ans: D
Feedback: There are several guidelines to consider when interacting with a person who is blind or has low vision. Identify yourself my stating your name and role, before touching or making physical contact with the patient. When talking to the person, speak directly at him or her using a normal tone of voice. There is no need to raise your voice unless the person asks you to do so. Do not approach or distract the guide dog unless the owner has given permission or instructed you to do so.
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