A 66-year-old client has been diagnosed with type 2 insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.When discussing vision related complications the nurse recognizes that the client has an understanding of symptom management when she states that she lost most of her vision as a result of diabetic retinopathy.Which behavior indicates that she may be having difficulty adapting to her diminished vision?
A)"I schedule my yearly eye examination for the week of my birthday"
B)"When I notice haloes around lights I'll know I'm developing a problem with retinopathy."
C)"My sister had diabetic retinopathy and the vessels in her eyes were scarred."
D)"I understand that the eye problems need to be diagnosed with an ophthalmoscopic exam."

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There are no symptoms of early retinal changes, and no symptoms may be apparent even when the retinopathy is advanced. Clients with diabetes should have a yearly examination by an ophthalmologist.

A 66-Year-Old Client Has Been Diagnosed with Type 2 Insulin-Dependent