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2013

Risk Factors

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Optimizing Functionality Of Clients With Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Arlene Mcgrory, Ruth Remington Feb 2013

Optimizing Functionality Of Clients With Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Arlene Mcgrory, Ruth Remington

Ruth Remington

Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD) is a major cause of severe vision loss and blindness among older people. This condition is progressive, incurable, and significantly compromises central vision. Rehabilitation nurses have a pivotal role in the assessment and management of clients with ARMD. An understanding of incidence and pathophysiology of ARMD, as well as health promotion and a new treatment for ARMD can help rehabilitation nurses design interventions to help clients maintain an acceptable quality of life despite declining vision.


Evidence-Based Guideline: Wandering, May Futrell, Karen Melillo, Ruth Remington Feb 2013

Evidence-Based Guideline: Wandering, May Futrell, Karen Melillo, Ruth Remington

Ruth Remington

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