A 62-year-old person states to the nurse, "I have trouble with my peripheral vision.Sometimes, I do not notice objects unless they are in front of me." Which of the following disorders is the client likely experiencing?

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Glaucoma occurs as a result of increased intraocular pressure, which can damage the optic nerve.Damage to the optic nerve is irreversible, but visual loss can be prevented if damage is identified early and treatment is initiated.Peripheral vision is affected in glaucoma.Presbyopia is farsightedness.Cataracts cause cloudy vision.

A 62-Year-Old Person States to the Nurse, "I Have Trouble