A Client Has Been Taught About Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client has been taught about retinitis pigmentosa (RP) .What statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "Beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin are good supplements."
• B) "I might qualify for a retinal transplant one day soon."
• C) "Since I'm going blind, sunglasses are not needed anymore."
• D) "Vitamin A has been shown to slow progression of RP."

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Definitions:

Negative Symptoms

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Psychological Factors

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Biological Factors

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