The nurse provides education to a client with a diagnosis of glaucoma. Which client statement indicates effective learning has occurred?

A. This statement reflects cataract knowledge, not glaucoma. Glaucoma primarily causes loss of peripheral vision, and central vision may remain intact until late stages. Clouding of vision is not a typical symptom of glaucoma. B. Reading glasses do not affect glaucoma progression. Glaucoma management focuses on lowering intraocular pressure through medications, laser therapy, or surgery, not corrective lenses. C. While good glycemic control is important in diabetic retinopathy, it does not prevent or slow glaucoma progression. This shows a misunderstanding of glaucoma-specific management. D. This statement correctly reflects understanding of glaucoma’s characteristic vision loss, which begins with peripheral visual field defects. Loss of peripheral vision can impact mobility and safety, making driving potentially hazardous. This demonstrates effective learning about the functional implications of glaucoma.