Goldmanm Tonometry Flashcards
1
Q
Gold standard for IOP
A
Goldmann Tonometry
2
Q
What is one thing that would be best checked with NCT over GA
A
Refractive surgery patietns
3
Q
When would IOP not be checked
A
VT
CL follow up
Rx check
Anytime you are seeing a patient for a refractive follow up
4
Q
Goldmann and dry eye
A
Slow blink rate can cause the CCT to change 15-20 microns within a few seconds
5
Q
How to hold a lid for GA
A
Pull the lid up and pinch it against the brow bone
6
Q
What do you want the patient to do right up to when you make contact with the tonometer?
A
To keep blinking until it is touching
