Chapter 42: Assessment and Care of Patients With Eye and Vision Problems
The nurse is teaching a group of older adults about basic eye examinations. What would the nurse recommend about the frequency for eye examinations for most people over 65 years of age? a. Every 1 to 2 years b. Every 2 to 4 years c. Every 3 to 5 years d. When the primary health care provider recommends - ANS: A Older adults need more frequent basic eye examinations due to the increased risk of glaucoma and cataracts associated with aging. Therefore, every 1 to 2 years for eye examination in the current best practice recommendation. A client with a family history of glaucoma asks the nurse how to prevent glaucoma? What statement by the nurse is appropriate?
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