Re: In denial

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Re: In denial

Dan Abel

30 Dec 2006 18:13

> What do you do when you get a patient whose in denial about needing glasses?
> My friend obviously can barely see past her nose but won't wear them, it just
> seems so stupid and I don't know how to help.

The same thing you do with people who smoke or use drugs. Be supportive
but realize that you can't change them.

Ask your friend if they can see a certain. When they say they can't,
explain that you can, and glasses might help.

Suggest contacts. Suggest refractive surgery.

Kerryn	30 Dec 2006 06:01
What do you do when you get a patient whose in denial about needing glasses? My friend obviously can barely see past her nose but won't wear them, it just seems so stupid and I don't know how to help.

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