In a similar manner, Mrs. Smith sensory awareness is a factor in her being able to reside at home safely. As we age, our senses become less sharp; hearing and vision are typically the most affected. In Mrs. Smith case it is likely with the disease process of diabetes and normal aging that her sight will decrease (p. 145). With diminished capacity to see it will make it hard for Mrs. Smith to do simple task like prepare her pills for the day, put together meals and her capacity to function in her living environment without
