An elderly client with macular degeneration has received injections of angiogenesis inhibitors. Which assessment finding would indicate the condition is worsening?
A) Blurred vision
B) Burning sensation of the eyes
C) Loss of peripheral field vision
D) Central vision impairment
D
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When the macula becomes irreparably damaged, central vision is lost and the client can only see images via peripheral field. Blurred vision is the initial symptom of the disease and does not signify worsening. Burning sensation is a common adverse reaction to the treatment injection.
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