A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has age-related macular degeneration. Which of the following information should the nurse include In the teaching?

A. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) cannot be corrected by retinal surgery. Treatments such as anti-VEGF injections or laser therapy may slow disease progression in some types of AMD, but there is no surgical repair that restores the macula once damaged. B. Retinal detachment is a separate acute condition characterized by sudden flashes, floaters, and a shadow or curtain over vision. AMD primarily causes gradual central vision loss, not acute retinal detachment. C. The hallmark of AMD is progressive loss of central vision, which affects tasks like reading, recognizing faces, and driving. Peripheral vision typically remains intact. Educating the client about this expected visual change helps them understand the disease and adjust daily activities. D. AMD is not caused by protein deficiency. Risk factors include age, smoking, genetics, hypertension, and a diet low in antioxidants and carotenoids (like lutein and zeaxanthin), but protein deficiency is not a direct cause.