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<p class="MsoPlainText">This fact sheet is intended to assist outpatient providers in supporting patients with visual impairment. Visual impairment may not be obvious. Use of a white cane or a guide dog is an apparent sign, but some patients who have remaining vision may only display subtle signs of vision loss such as: trouble walking safely or inability to find a chair; difficulty finding identification (ID) cards or inability to read small print; holding items close to the eyes to see; or not making direct eye contact during conversation. If you suspect a patient has a visual impairment, ask him or her. Awareness of these signs can promote a safe, positive and pleasant experience for the patient and staff.</p>
<br>Subjects: opthalmology</div>
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U.S. Department of Defense. Department of Veterans Affairs. Vision Center Of Excellence</div>
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