The nurse is performing an assessment of the patient's eyes. The patient is 82 years old. Which of the following statements are expected based upon the patient's age? Select all that apply.

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The nurse is performing an assessment of the patient's eyes. The patient is 82 years old. Which of the following statements are expected based upon the patient's age?  Select all that apply.

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As people age, they often experience dry eyes (B), increased risk of falls due to vision changes (C), blurry vision due to conditions like cataracts (D), and difficulty driving at night due to decreased night vision (E). Drainage from the eye (A) is not typically age-related.

The Nurse Is Performing an Assessment of the Patient's Eyes