ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 2 Questions
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The nurse is preparing to assess the visual acuity of an adult patient, which of the following assessment should the nurse use for visual acuity
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Use the Snellen chart positioned 20 feet away from the patient. This is the appropriate method for assessing visual acuity in adults. The Snellen chart is standardized for distance vision testing, with the patient standing 20 feet away. The nurse asks the patient to read the letters on the chart, starting from the largest and progressing to smaller lines. This method provides an accurate measurement of visual acuity.
A: Performing the confrontation test is not specific for assessing visual acuity.
B: Using a Jaeger card is more appropriate for near vision testing, not distance visual acuity.
C: Testing the patient's ability to read newsprint at a specific distance is not as standardized or accurate as using the Snellen chart at a standardized distance.
D: Correct answer.
E, F, G: Not applicable.
In summary, using the Snellen chart positioned 20 feet away is the most accurate and standardized method for assessing visual acuity in adults, making
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