Management of Common Eye Conditions

Question 1

Common Eye Conditions are.

Answer 1

Infections - Infective conjunctivitis

Allergies - Allergic conjunctivitis

Eyelid Disorders - Styes
Chalazia
Blepharitis

Eye Injury – Trauma
Corneal abrasion
Foreign bodies
Chemical burns
UV light

Question 2

common drugs affecting the eye?

Answer 2

Paracetamol 1g

•Chlorphenamine 4mg

•Chloramphenicol 1% eye ointment

Question 3

visual acuity score is?

Answer 3

Snellen chart

•Stand 6m from the chart

•Find the smallest row of letters that can be read

•One incorrect letter means they are unable to read that row

•Both eyes tested with and without glasses.

Question 4

examinations of the cornea and conjunctiva?

Answer 4

Look for foreign bodies or signs of damage
•2 drops of Fluorescein may be used by the MO to show corneal abrasion
•The dye highlights any damage to the eye when seen under UV or blue light
•Warn patient - tears will be yellow for an hour or so

Question 5

Eye Injury injurers are?

Answer 5

Corneal abrasion
Foreign body
UV light
Chemicals

Question 6

Eye Injury treatment for UV light?

Answer 6

Hold non-adhesive pads against eyes (bandage for transport)

Question 7

Eye Injury treatment for Chemicals?

Answer 7

Irrigate the eye as soon as possible
•Apply non-adhesive pad to protect until further medical intervention.