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The Eye Examination Itself
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The Optometrist will arrive with what amounts to a portable testing room with basically all equipment you would expect to find in a high street practice including some state of the art portable diagnostic aids |
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Having set the equipment up the Optometrist will discuss; |
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Any concerns that the client may be having with their eyes |
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Any symptoms they are having |
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Their particular visual needs in relation to TV, hobbies, reading etc |
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Having ascertained the clients needs and concerns the Optometrist will ask more clinically orientated questions such as medication, family and personal ocular history.
During the eye examination itself the Optometrist will determine the general condition of the clients eyes. A full range of tests and procedures will be carried out which will include:
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The examination of both the interior and exterior of the eye and lids using relevant instrumentation |
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Checking the eye pressure |
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Where necessary checking the field of vision |
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The standard of vision both with without and with any existing spectacles |
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Determining using a combination of instruments and lenses whether an optical prescription is required |
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Assessing the way in which the eyes work together will be |
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At the end of the examination the Optometrist will:
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Explain the results and advise whether or not a new or changed prescription is required and issue a written copy |
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Guidance on lighting, Magnifiers and other visual matters |
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Advise on appropriate Spectacles and lenses |
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Recommend when the next examination should be |
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Answer any questions from the client, carers or relatives |
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Complete any GP Information or referral letters |
