At morning report, the nurse learns the assigned client is blind. Which question should the nurse ask the client upon initial assessment?
A) "Have you always been blind?"
B) "What caused your vision problem?"
C) "Are you dependent with your care?"
D) "Can you perceive light and motion?"
D
Feedback:
Many people who are considered blind perceive light and motion. Establishing this fact can help in developing a plan of care for this client. Establishing cause and length of time for visual impairment is not required for initial care. Asking the client about dependence is important, but the new environment could provide safety issues (even if independent) if no perception of light is identified.
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