The nurse is examining the client's eyes and vision, and notes the client is unable to see items clearly that are close up. Which term will the nurse use when documenting this finding?
1. Myopia
2. Hyperopia
3. Presbyopia
4. Astigmatism
Correct Answer: 3
Presbyopia is the loss of elasticity of the lens and the ability to see close objects; therefore, the nurse would use this term when documenting for this client. Myopia is nearsightedness, hyperopia is farsightedness, and astigmatism is an uneven curvature of the cornea preventing horizontal and vertical rays from focusing on the retina, often seen in conjunction with myopia and hyperopia.
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