Patients presenting for ophthalmic surgery may have endured chronic progressive impairment or recent decrease in visual acuity.Most patients are admitted as outpatients.Select the appropriate nursing actions when admitting the ophthalmic surgery patient.

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On admission,a staff member should fully orient the patient to the physical surroundings.Constant description and reinforcement are important to visually impaired patients.Approaching the patient from the unaffected side increases the patient's independence and decreases the possibility of startling the patient.

Patients Presenting for Ophthalmic Surgery May Have Endured Chronic Progressive