Optometrists are one of the expert eye care doctors who can easily diagnose all eye related
problems. Some people think optometrist's' services are required only for the eye glasses and
contact lenses prescription, but it is not true. Optometrist has important range of responsibilities and
services.
The presentation gives a short overview of reasons to become an Optemetrist. Check out what is the difference between Optometrist and Opthalmologist? Know if optometrist are Doctors, and learn can you become an Optometrist. ITM Institute offers degree and master course in Optmetry - itm.edu.
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Optometry Staff to check patients’ benefit plans before documentationJessica Parker
It is important to have an understanding of the benefit plans of every patient that walks in, which will play an important role in ensuring a smooth revenue cycle management for Optometry billing.
The presentation gives a short overview of reasons to become an Optemetrist. Check out what is the difference between Optometrist and Opthalmologist? Know if optometrist are Doctors, and learn can you become an Optometrist. ITM Institute offers degree and master course in Optmetry - itm.edu.
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Optometry Staff to check patients’ benefit plans before documentationJessica Parker
It is important to have an understanding of the benefit plans of every patient that walks in, which will play an important role in ensuring a smooth revenue cycle management for Optometry billing.
Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival Conference ~ Slides from the Afternoon Session ~ Why does the nation's diet need to change? What practical steps are needed to achieve change in the public sector and among consumers? What is the role of education in initiating change? How do we involve the local community? What are the links between food, environment and health?
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The Length of Bridge Ties: Structural and Geographic Properties of Online So...Yuto Yamaguchi
Presentation slides at KDE seminar 2013/02/18, which introduces the paper "The Length of Bridge Ties: Structural and Geographic Properties of Online Social Interactions."
Optometry and Orthoptics (Laws and Acts)Maryam Fida
Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities as well as the correction of refractive error with glasses or contact lenses and treatment of eye diseases.
Definition of optometry and optometrist
The World Council of Optometry, World Health Organization and about 75 optometry organisations from over 40 countries have all over the world adopted the following definition, to be used to describe optometry and optometrist.
Optometry is a healthcare profession that is autonomous, educated, and regulated (licensed/registered).
Optometrists are the primary healthcare practitioners of the eye and visual system who provide comprehensive eye and vision care, which includes refraction and dispensing, detection/diagnosis and management of disease in the eye, and the rehabilitation of conditions of the visual system.
Competencies
• refractive error,
• ocular disease management,
• medical therapeutics,
• binocular vision,
• sports vision,
• vision therapy,
• contact lenses
Laws of optometry
Currently, optometrists can…
1. Prescribe Schedule II (hydrocodone products only), III, IV, and V narcotics (including oral antivirals, oral steroids, etc)
2. Order imaging, such as MRIs, CT scans, and x-rays
3. Remove foreign bodies
4. Perform post-operative care after 90 days with referral from a physician
5. Treat glaucoma with topicals and orals
6. Treat anterior uveitis
7. Perform dilation and irrigation
8. Perform scraping, debridement, or removal of corneal epithelium
9. Deliver injections limited to anaphylaxis
Optometrists cannot…
1. Perform surgical procedures (Any procedure that involves mechanical or laser means to cut, alter, or infiltrate human tissue is included here. This restriction includes refractive surgery, any laser procedure, or chalazia removal/eyelid or conjunctival cyst lancing procedures, to name a few) (Colorado is one of a few states with verbage to explicitly exclude surgery-most statutes maintain that the license to practice optometry does not include the right to practice medicine)
2. Deliver injectables, except for in the case of anaphylaxis
3. Treat posterior uveitis
4. Prescribe Schedule I or II narcotics
Acts of optometry
1. Health Professions Procedural Code
The Health Professions Procedural Code shall be deemed to be part of this Act.
Definitions
“College” means the College of Optometrists of Ontario; (“Ordre”)
“Health Professions Procedural Code” means the Health Professions Procedural Code set out in Schedule 2 to the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991; (“Code des professions de la santé”)
“member” means a member of the College; (“membre”)
“profession” means the profession of optometry; (“profession”).
Optometrists or doctors of optometry are people who are trained to provide eye care to people. Problems like farsightedness, astigmatism, and nearsightedness are the ones that are diagnosed and treated by them. They also evaluate the capability of our eyes to synchronize and focus along with measuring the perception, colour and depth of our eyes.
Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival Conference ~ Slides from the Afternoon Session ~ Why does the nation's diet need to change? What practical steps are needed to achieve change in the public sector and among consumers? What is the role of education in initiating change? How do we involve the local community? What are the links between food, environment and health?
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The Length of Bridge Ties: Structural and Geographic Properties of Online So...Yuto Yamaguchi
Presentation slides at KDE seminar 2013/02/18, which introduces the paper "The Length of Bridge Ties: Structural and Geographic Properties of Online Social Interactions."
Optometry and Orthoptics (Laws and Acts)Maryam Fida
Optometry is a health care profession that involves examining the eyes and applicable visual systems for defects or abnormalities as well as the correction of refractive error with glasses or contact lenses and treatment of eye diseases.
Definition of optometry and optometrist
The World Council of Optometry, World Health Organization and about 75 optometry organisations from over 40 countries have all over the world adopted the following definition, to be used to describe optometry and optometrist.
Optometry is a healthcare profession that is autonomous, educated, and regulated (licensed/registered).
Optometrists are the primary healthcare practitioners of the eye and visual system who provide comprehensive eye and vision care, which includes refraction and dispensing, detection/diagnosis and management of disease in the eye, and the rehabilitation of conditions of the visual system.
Competencies
• refractive error,
• ocular disease management,
• medical therapeutics,
• binocular vision,
• sports vision,
• vision therapy,
• contact lenses
Laws of optometry
Currently, optometrists can…
1. Prescribe Schedule II (hydrocodone products only), III, IV, and V narcotics (including oral antivirals, oral steroids, etc)
2. Order imaging, such as MRIs, CT scans, and x-rays
3. Remove foreign bodies
4. Perform post-operative care after 90 days with referral from a physician
5. Treat glaucoma with topicals and orals
6. Treat anterior uveitis
7. Perform dilation and irrigation
8. Perform scraping, debridement, or removal of corneal epithelium
9. Deliver injections limited to anaphylaxis
Optometrists cannot…
1. Perform surgical procedures (Any procedure that involves mechanical or laser means to cut, alter, or infiltrate human tissue is included here. This restriction includes refractive surgery, any laser procedure, or chalazia removal/eyelid or conjunctival cyst lancing procedures, to name a few) (Colorado is one of a few states with verbage to explicitly exclude surgery-most statutes maintain that the license to practice optometry does not include the right to practice medicine)
2. Deliver injectables, except for in the case of anaphylaxis
3. Treat posterior uveitis
4. Prescribe Schedule I or II narcotics
Acts of optometry
1. Health Professions Procedural Code
The Health Professions Procedural Code shall be deemed to be part of this Act.
Definitions
“College” means the College of Optometrists of Ontario; (“Ordre”)
“Health Professions Procedural Code” means the Health Professions Procedural Code set out in Schedule 2 to the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991; (“Code des professions de la santé”)
“member” means a member of the College; (“membre”)
“profession” means the profession of optometry; (“profession”).
Optometrists or doctors of optometry are people who are trained to provide eye care to people. Problems like farsightedness, astigmatism, and nearsightedness are the ones that are diagnosed and treated by them. They also evaluate the capability of our eyes to synchronize and focus along with measuring the perception, colour and depth of our eyes.
BSc Optometry_ Unveiling the World of Vision ScienceAtishTripathi1
BSc Optometry is a specialized undergraduate program that focuses on the study of vision science, eye health, and the diagnosis and management of ocular conditions. This course equips students with the knowledge and skills required to become competent optometrists.
Traditionally, the field of optometry began with the primary focus of correcting refractive error through the use of spectacles. Modern day optometry, however, has evolved through time so that the educational curriculum additionally includes significant training in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease, in most of the countries of the world, where the profession is established and regulated.
Adult Health 1 Study GuideSensory Unit Chapters 63 & 64.docxSALU18
Adult Health 1 Study Guide
Sensory Unit
Chapters 63 & 64
Remember that assigned textbook readings should be supplemental to reviewing & studying the Powerpoint presentations. Answers to these study guide questions can be obtained from the textbook chapters, Powerpoint presentations, as well as class lectures & in-class activities.
Chapter 63: Assessment & Management of Patients with Eye & Vision Disorders
Conditions to Know
: Glaucoma, Cataracts, Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration, Conjunctivitis, Eye trauma
· Know the basic structures & functions of the eye – lens, pupil, iris, cornea, conjunctiva, retina, and sclera
· Questions to ask patients regarding issues with the eyes/vision – Chart 63-1
· Snellen Chart is used to assess visual acuity – 20/20 is considered perfect vision (patient can read line 20 of chart while standing 20 feet away) – this is tested in each eye
1. What are some of the most common causes of blindness?
2. What is responsible for the damage to the optic nerve in patients diagnosed with glaucoma?
3. Glaucoma can lead to what primary complication if not treated properly?
4. What are the differences between open-angle & closed-angle glaucoma?
5. What are the primary signs & symptoms of glaucoma?
6. What are the primary treatment goals for patients with glaucoma?
7. What is the first line treatment of glaucoma? What medication teaching points would you want to include in your patient education?
8. What are some common risk factors for the development of cataracts? See Chart 63-7.
9. What are the primary signs & symptoms of cataracts?
10. The most common treatment for cataracts is outpatient surgery, in which the lens affected by the cataract is replaced with a man-made one. Explain the pre and post-operative nursing management & education that is needed for patients undergoing cataract surgery. See Chart 63-8.
11. Retinal detachment is considered a medical emergency. What happens during retinal detachment?
12. What are some symptoms of retinal detachment?
13. Macular degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss in people > 60 years old. What is macular degeneration?
14. What are some risk factors for dry macular degeneration?
15. What are some signs and symptoms of macular degeneration?
16. Nursing management for patients diagnosed with macular degeneration focus on safety & supportive measures. What are some accommodations we should make or educate patients on regarding how to help improve their vision & ADLs when they have this condition?
17. Conjunctivitis is also called “pink eye”. What are the different types of conjunctivitis and what are some symptoms of this condition? Are any of these types considered contagious?
18. What are some teaching points to include when educating a patient diagnosed with viral conjunctivitis? See Chart 63-11.
19. Explain the emergency nursing treatment needed when a patient presents with eye trauma.
Chapter 64: Assessment & Manag.
The dimensions of healthcare quality refer to various attributes or aspects that define the standard of healthcare services. These dimensions are used to evaluate, measure, and improve the quality of care provided to patients. A comprehensive understanding of these dimensions ensures that healthcare systems can address various aspects of patient care effectively and holistically. Dimensions of Healthcare Quality and Performance of care include the following; Appropriateness, Availability, Competence, Continuity, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Efficacy, Prevention, Respect and Care, Safety as well as Timeliness.
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R3 Stem Cells and Kidney Repair: A New Horizon in Nephrology" explores groundbreaking advancements in the use of R3 stem cells for kidney disease treatment. This insightful piece delves into the potential of these cells to regenerate damaged kidney tissue, offering new hope for patients and reshaping the future of nephrology.
Leading the Way in Nephrology: Dr. David Greene's Work with Stem Cells for Ki...Dr. David Greene Arizona
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Defecation
Normal defecation begins with movement in the left colon, moving stool toward the anus. When stool reaches the rectum, the distention causes relaxation of the internal sphincter and an awareness of the need to defecate. At the time of defecation, the external sphincter relaxes, and abdominal muscles contract, increasing intrarectal pressure and forcing the stool out
The Valsalva maneuver exerts pressure to expel faeces through a voluntary contraction of the abdominal muscles while maintaining forced expiration against a closed airway. Patients with cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure, or a new surgical wound are at greater risk for cardiac dysrhythmias and elevated blood pressure with the Valsalva maneuver and need to avoid straining to pass the stool.
Normal defecation is painless, resulting in passage of soft, formed stool
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Improper diet, reduced fluid intake, lack of exercise, and certain medications can cause constipation. For example, patients receiving opiates for pain after surgery often require a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. The signs of constipation include infrequent bowel movements (less than every 3 days), difficulty passing stools, excessive straining, inability to defecate at will, and hard feaces
IMPACTION
Fecal impaction results from unrelieved constipation. It is a collection of hardened feces wedged in the rectum that a person cannot expel. In cases of severe impaction the mass extends up into the sigmoid colon.
DIARRHEA
Diarrhea is an increase in the number of stools and the passage of liquid, unformed feces. It is associated with disorders affecting digestion, absorption, and secretion in the GI tract. Intestinal contents pass through the small and large intestine too quickly to allow for the usual absorption of fluid and nutrients. Irritation within the colon results in increased mucus secretion. As a result, feces become watery, and the patient is unable to control the urge to defecate. Normally an anal bag is safe and effective in long-term treatment of patients with fecal incontinence at home, in hospice, or in the hospital. Fecal incontinence is expensive and a potentially dangerous condition in terms of contamination and risk of skin ulceration
HEMORRHOIDS
Hemorrhoids are dilated, engorged veins in the lining of the rectum. They are either external or internal.
FLATULENCE
As gas accumulates in the lumen of the intestines, the bowel wall stretches and distends (flatulence). It is a common cause of abdominal fullness, pain, and cramping. Normally intestinal gas escapes through the mouth (belching) or the anus (passing of flatus)
FECAL INCONTINENCE
Fecal incontinence is the inability to control passage of feces and gas from the anus. Incontinence harms a patient’s body image
PREPARATION AND GIVING OF LAXATIVESACCORDING TO POTTER AND PERRY,
An enema is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sig
CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V - ROLE OF PEADIATRIC NURSE.pdfSachin Sharma
Pediatric nurses play a vital role in the health and well-being of children. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging, and their objectives can be categorized into several key areas:
1. Direct Patient Care:
Objective: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents in various healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, etc.).
This includes tasks like:
Monitoring vital signs and physical condition.
Administering medications and treatments.
Performing procedures as directed by doctors.
Assisting with daily living activities (bathing, feeding).
Providing emotional support and pain management.
2. Health Promotion and Education:
Objective: Promote healthy behaviors and educate children, families, and communities about preventive healthcare.
This includes tasks like:
Administering vaccinations.
Providing education on nutrition, hygiene, and development.
Offering breastfeeding and childbirth support.
Counseling families on safety and injury prevention.
3. Collaboration and Advocacy:
Objective: Collaborate effectively with doctors, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for children.
Objective: Advocate for the rights and best interests of their patients, especially when children cannot speak for themselves.
This includes tasks like:
Communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Identifying and addressing potential risks to child welfare.
Educating families about their child's condition and treatment options.
4. Professional Development and Research:
Objective: Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in pediatric healthcare through continuing education and research.
Objective: Contribute to improving the quality of care for children by participating in research initiatives.
This includes tasks like:
Attending workshops and conferences on pediatric nursing.
Participating in clinical trials related to child health.
Implementing evidence-based practices into their daily routines.
By fulfilling these objectives, pediatric nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal health and well-being of children throughout all stages of their development.
Explore our infographic on 'Essential Metrics for Palliative Care Management' which highlights key performance indicators crucial for enhancing the quality and efficiency of palliative care services.
This visual guide breaks down important metrics across four categories: Patient-Centered Metrics, Care Efficiency Metrics, Quality of Life Metrics, and Staff Metrics. Each section is designed to help healthcare professionals monitor and improve care delivery for patients facing serious illnesses. Understand how to implement these metrics in your palliative care practices for better outcomes and higher satisfaction levels.
India Clinical Trials Market: Industry Size and Growth Trends [2030] Analyzed...Kumar Satyam
According to TechSci Research report, "India Clinical Trials Market- By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2030F," the India Clinical Trials Market was valued at USD 2.05 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.64% through 2030. The market is driven by a variety of factors, making India an attractive destination for pharmaceutical companies and researchers. India's vast and diverse patient population, cost-effective operational environment, and a large pool of skilled medical professionals contribute significantly to the market's growth. Additionally, increasing government support in streamlining regulations and the growing prevalence of lifestyle diseases further propel the clinical trials market.
Growing Prevalence of Lifestyle Diseases
The rising incidence of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer is a major trend driving the clinical trials market in India. These conditions necessitate the development and testing of new treatment methods, creating a robust demand for clinical trials. The increasing burden of these diseases highlights the need for innovative therapies and underscores the importance of India as a key player in global clinical research.
Global launch of the Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index 2nd wave – alongside...ILC- UK
The Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index is an online tool created by ILC that ranks countries on six metrics including, life span, health span, work span, income, environmental performance, and happiness. The Index helps us understand how well countries have adapted to longevity and inform decision makers on what must be done to maximise the economic benefits that comes with living well for longer.
Alongside the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva on 28 May 2024, we launched the second version of our Index, allowing us to track progress and give new insights into what needs to be done to keep populations healthier for longer.
The speakers included:
Professor Orazio Schillaci, Minister of Health, Italy
Dr Hans Groth, Chairman of the Board, World Demographic & Ageing Forum
Professor Ilona Kickbusch, Founder and Chair, Global Health Centre, Geneva Graduate Institute and co-chair, World Health Summit Council
Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat, Director, Country Health Policies and Systems Division, World Health Organisation EURO
Dr Marta Lomazzi, Executive Manager, World Federation of Public Health Associations
Dr Shyam Bishen, Head, Centre for Health and Healthcare and Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum
Dr Karin Tegmark Wisell, Director General, Public Health Agency of Sweden
The Importance of Community Nursing Care.pdfAD Healthcare
NDIS and Community 24/7 Nursing Care is a specific type of support that may be provided under the NDIS for individuals with complex medical needs who require ongoing nursing care in a community setting, such as their home or a supported accommodation facility.
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Responsibilities of an Optometrist
Optometrists are one of the expert eye care doctors who can easily diagnose all eye related
problems. Some people think optometrist's' services are required only for the eye glasses and
contact lenses prescription, but it is not true. Optometrist has important range of responsibilities and
services. You can understand his responsibilities by collecting information from internet or other
resources:
Major Responsibilities of Optometrists are listed below:
1) The first and foremost responsibility of an optometrist is to check your eyes for all types of
vision diseases. For this purpose he will take an examination of your eyes. An eye exam includes
several complex things such as it must be reliable, complete and comprehensive etc. Vision exam's
success will totally depend on the optometrist skills, experience, knowledge and expertise. Hence, it
is advised, take vision exams only from the professional and expert optometrists.
2) Examination of your current eye health and vision condition is also the responsibility of
optometrist. Right details about the eye health are very crucial to handle different serious conditions
of the eyes in the accurate way.
3) Correction of the current vision errors or vision improvement is one of the most important duties
of optometrist's'. He can give you some eye exercises for these purposes.
4) You can use a healthy vision for life time with the help of your eye doctor. It is also one of his
responsibilities. He can give you valuable eye care tips and instructions for the saving of your
vision.
5) Optometrists can give you perfect and accurate prescription for the eyeglasses and contact lenses.
You can also take his help for the fitting and adjustment of these products.