Which patient report would the nurse evaluate as indicating that changes in accommodation are occurring?
1. "I have noticed that it is more difficult for me to read signs when I am driving.".
2. "I have pain behind my eyes.".
3. "I have difficulty reading the newspaper.".
4. "I get dizzy when watching television.".
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Rationale 1: Problems with reading objects at a distance are not characteristic of difficulties with accommodation.
Rationale 2: Problems with accommodation may cause the eyes to tire but should not cause pain.
Rationale 3: Problems with accommodation are likely to manifest as difficulty reading print at close range.
Rationale 4: Dizziness is not associated with changes of accommodation.
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