The nurse on a rehabilitation unit is caring for a stroke patient who is experiencing homonymous hemianopsia.The patient asks if he is going to have any limitations when discharged from the hospital.The nurse anticipates the patient will be restricted from what activity?

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Homonymous hemianopsia is blindness in part of the visual field of both eyes.Driving a vehicle may be very dangerous for this patient.With proper occupational therapy,the patient should be able to ambulate independently,cook,and read.

The Nurse on a Rehabilitation Unit Is Caring for a Stroke