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Patient Investigation PI1

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

TITLE	ORTHOPTIC ASSESSMENT
Code	PI1
Learning Outcome	Know the relevant investigations and when to request them. Explain the benefits, risks and potential discomfort to the patient/carer. Be able to interpret, explain and act upon the results. Know the limitations and cost implication of each investigation.
Assessment	CbD Part 1 FRCOphth Part 2 FRCOphth
Assessor
Target Year of Achievement	Year 2
Related Learning Outcomes
Overview	Be familiar with the variety of notation that orthoptists may use. Recognise the patterns seen on Hess chart/Lees screen and be able to interpret this.
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