What tool does the nurse use to assess the patient's near vision?
A) A Snellen eye chart placed about 12 inches from the patient's face
B) An ophthalmoscope with the diopter set at 0 (zero)
C) A Jaeger or Rosenbaum chart placed about 2 feet from the patient's face
D) A newspaper held about 14 inches from the patient's face

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This can be an alternative to using a Jaeger or Rosenbaum chart held at 14 inches from the face. A Snellen chart is used to assess distant vision. An ophthalmoscope is used to assess the internal eye. Option C is incorrect because of the distance specified. These charts can be used to assess near vision when placed at 14 inches from the patient's face.

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