Patient Investigation PI13

To assess a patient clinically, in OPD and elsewhere, in particular to:

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Code

PI13

Learning Outcome

 

  • Know the different perimeters available and the different strategies and algorithms used for measuring visual field.
  • Choose appropriate strategies for different conditions e.g. glaucoma monitoring, neurological assessment, driving standards.

 

Assessment

CbD Part 1 FRCOphth Part 2 FRCOphth 

Assessor

Target Year of Achievement

Year 2

Related Learning Outcomes

Overview

  • Understand the limitations of the tests, results of fixation monitoring, reliability indices, importance of refractive error and reducing artefact.
  • Know when to apply different strategies for example, when to undertake a 10-2 versus 24-2 strategy, how SITA algorithms work and the role of monocular and binocular assessment.
  • Explain clearly to patients how to perform the test, to improve reliability.

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