The course explores the eye from basic anatomy & physiology to an overview of common conditions - chronic and acute and addresses some of the technical diagnostic aspects which are becoming more prevalent in modern ophthalmology.
Delegates will also have the chance to take part in interactive simulation to gain an understanding of the psychology of how it feels to be visually challenged.
For HCA’s/HCW’s, junior technicians who are new to ophthalmology who have no formal training as well as junior staff who have some experience but who are “learning on the job”.
The course gives a good basic understanding of ophthalmology and will inspire delegates to pursue further courses to build on their learning.
CPD Hours: 8
Content:
Interactive Quiz - Assessment of the groups current knowledge
Anatomy & Physiology of the eye and its surrounding orbit & muscles
Assessing visual acuity – taking a Snellens vision with an over view of Logmar and other test types.
Understanding myopia/hypermetropia/presbyopia
Common ophthalmic conditions
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Acute Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Diabetic Eye Disease – overview of diabetic retinopathy and the value of diabetic eye screening
Understanding what it’s like to be visually challenged
- Looking at enhanced smell and sound.
- Walking a visually challenged patient and other simulation tests
Presenting conditions in Urgent Care
- Minor - Conjuntivitis, abrasions, foreign bodies, sub conjuctival haemorrhages, dry eyes, ulcers
- Major - Retinal detachment, iritis, acute glaucoma, penetrating injuries
Overview of technical considerations
- Theory behind taking visual fields and interpreting them.
- Basic imaging for diagnosis
- The value of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Flourescein Angiography and Anterior Segment imaging
Workshops in
- Instilling drops/ointment – correct technique and legalities.
- Applying pads and pad & bandage
- Eyelid eversion
- Irrigation
The psychology of visual loss – benefits available, full and part registration.
What’s available for visually challenged people
Pub quiz - consolidation of the day
Aims and Outcomes:
Develop essential knowledge and appropriate skills in the quality treatment and management of the patient with an eye problem.
Attended by:
- Healthcare Assistants
