The nurse assessing a client with declining visual acuity would use gentle questioning and tact because (Select all that apply)
a. a client might not give accurate answers if he/she thinks driving will be restricted.
b. lack of a family history might mean a client has no risk of vision disorders.
c. social stigma accompanying blindness may cause the client anxiety.
d. vision disorders affect dependence and independence.
e. vocational barriers may force the client to seek different employment.
A, C, D, E
There are many reasons why clients who have visual disorders might be anxious or fearful, including fear of losing driving privileges, social stigma, loss of independence, and vocational barriers. The nurse interviewing and assessing a client with visual problems needs to use tact and therapeutic communication in order to obtain accurate information.
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