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Which of the following should a provider discuss with a patient as a part of advanced directives?

A. Stand 25 feet from the Snellen chart. The standard distance for testing visual acuity with a Snellen chart is 20 feet, not 25 feet. Testing at 25 feet would not provide accurate results.

B. Allow them to squint if necessary. Squinting can artificially improve vision, leading to inaccurate results. The patient should be instructed to avoid squinting during the test.

C. Keep both eyes open while using the occluder. The patient should use the occluder to cover one eye but keep both eyes open during the test. This ensures that each eye is tested individually without any pressure or distortion from closing the other eye.

D. Start with the bottom line of the Snellen chart and work upward. The patient should start from the top of the Snellen chart and work downward. Starting from the bottom would likely result in frustration and inaccurate assessment as the lines become increasingly difficult.

A. Release of information: A release of information form pertains to consent for sharing medical records but is not part of advanced directives.

B. Signed consent form: A signed consent form is related to specific procedures or treatments, not to advanced directives.

C. Living will: A living will is a type of advanced directive that specifies a patient's wishes regarding medical treatment in the event they are unable to communicate their preferences.

D. Privacy statement: A privacy statement pertains to confidentiality and handling of personal information, not advanced directives.