The nurse is teaching a middle-aged African American client who was recently diagnosed with glaucoma. Which statement by the client indicates for further education on this diagnosis?

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The client's statement that their race doesn't have anything to do with the diagnosis indicates a lack of understanding about the increased risk of glaucoma for African Americans. This requires further education from the nurse. The other statements demonstrate some understanding of glaucoma symptoms and associated factors.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Middle-Aged African American Client Who