A client states having difficulty noting details on faces or television. Which of the following structures of the eye allows for detailed vision?
A) The pupil
B) The iris
C) The cornea
D) The macula lutea
D
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The macula lutea is composed entirely of cones and allows for detailed vision. It lies in the center of the retina. This client could potentially have macular degeneration. The iris is the highly vascular, pigmented portion of the eye surrounding the pupil that adjusts in response to light. The cornea covers the anterior portion of the eyeball.
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