ATI RN
ATI Ns 117 Fundamentals Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports a decrease in central vision. The nurse should identify that this is a manifestation of which of the following visual impairments?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Macular degeneration. Central vision decrease is a hallmark symptom of macular degeneration, a condition affecting the macula in the center of the retina. This area is responsible for sharp, detailed vision. Glaucoma (
A) typically presents with peripheral vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy (
C) is associated with changes in blood vessels in the retina. Cataracts (
D) cause clouding of the lens, leading to blurry vision. In summary, macular degeneration specifically affects central vision, distinguishing it from the other visual impairments listed.
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