Ongoing assessment
Targeted questions about the older person’s vision and visual problems, especially at night and when walking down steps and curbs, are essential as part of ongoing assessment and evaluation of the condition. explaining the need to attend regular clinic appointments for assessment and further monitoring is vital in identifying any deterioration and potential threats to future sight-related quality of life. older people with impaired vision are at an increased risk of falls, which result in a decline in health status, daily functioning, lifestyle and quality of life (roe et al 2009).