Occupationals

Question 1

What are the advantages of degressive lenses?

Answer 1

Better VDU posture
Reduces visual fatigue
Minimal distortion
Can use over CLs
All presbyopes can use them

Question 2

What are the disadvantages of degressive lenses?

Answer 2

Can’t drive while wearing them
Need separate specs for distance use
Can’t look across the room
Extra cost compared to SV

Question 3

What should you consider when recommending a boost lens?

Answer 3

Must be over 18 to prescribe
If EXOP, extra plus may cause decompensation
Age
Media use
Accommodative lag
Eye fatigue sxs

Question 4

What are the features of the Office NV lens?

Answer 4

Min fitting height: 16mm
Available in -0.75 to -2.00

Question 5

What are the features of the Varilux Digitime lens?

Answer 5

Min fitting height: 18mm
Three types available: Near, Mid and Room
Depth of field: 80cm, 100cm and 200cm respectively
Extra add below reading area for phone use

Question 6

What are the features of the Zeiss Officelens?

Answer 6

Min fitting height: 18/14mm for standard/short
Three types available: Near, Room and Individual
Depth of field: 200cm, 400cm and up to 400cm respectively

Question 7

What are the features of the Hoya workstyle V+ lens?

Answer 7

Three types available: Close, Screen and Space
Depth of field: 100cm, 200cm and over 200cm respectively

Question 8

What are the features of the Sola Access lens?

Answer 8

Available in -0.75 or -1.25D
Near mono PD should be taken
Heights should be 3-5mm below pupil centre