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    Ati 0926 med surg proctored exam

    A nurse in an ophthalmology clinic is interviewing a client who was referred by his primary care provider for suspicion of cataracts. The nurse should expect the client to report

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A. This is associated with glaucoma due to increased intraocular pressure damaging the optic nerve, not cataracts. B. These are classic signs of retinal detachment, not cataracts. C. This occurs with macular degeneration, where the macula is affected, leading to central vision loss. D. Cataracts cause clouding of the lens, leading to blurred vision, glare sensitivity, and decreased color perception, often described as colors looking faded or yellowed.

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