A nurse is teaching a diabetic education class. One of the patients asks, "What can I do to prevent going blind due to my diabetes?" What is the best response by the nurse?

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The best response is to explain that the risk of developing blindness is related to how long the patient has had diabetes and how well their blood sugar and hypertension are controlled. This helps the patient understand that controlling their diabetes is important for preventing complications such as blindness. Option B is true but does not fully address the patient's question. Option C is inaccurate as both type 1 and type 2 diabetes can lead to diabetic retinopathy. Option D is incorrect as laser photocoagulation surgery is a treatment for diabetic retinopathy, but it cannot cure it.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Diabetic Education Class