A 75-yr-old patient who lives alone at home tells the nurse,"I am afraid of losing my independence because my eyes don't work as well they used to." Which action should the nurse take first?

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The nurse's initial action should be further assessment of the patient's concerns and visual problems. The other actions may be appropriate,depending on what the nurse finds with further assessment.

A 75-Yr-Old Patient Who Lives Alone at Home Tells the Nurse,"I