Record Keeping Flashcards
What are some advantages of digital records?
No illegible records
Easily view previous records
Linking of photos/OCT
Easier to write/send referrals
What are some disadvantages of digital records?
Can’t draw features
Hard for locums to adapt to different systems
Tabs can cause info to be fragmented - hard to highlight important details
Scanning in old records is time-consuming when switching from paper to digital
What are some advantages of paper records?
Can draw features
What are some disadvantages of paper records?
Illegible records
Time-consuming to look at previous records
What are the driving standards?
6/12 binocularly
120 degree horizontal FOV
50 degree R&L FOV
No signif defect within 20 degrees of fixation (above/below horizontal meridian)
What is disability glare? What’s it caused by?
Reduction in visual performance due to glare from direct or reflected light
Caused by intraocular scattered light. e.g. from cataracts
What is discomfort glare? What’s it caused by?
Visual discomfort/annoyance caused by glare from screens
What can be done to reduce disability glare?
MAR coating or filters for night driving
What does the extent of discomfort glare depend on?
Size of screen
Number of glare sources
Luminance of background
Luminance of glare source
Angle of glare source
Px’s age
How can VDU glare be minimised?
First check w/ px that workspace has been checked for DSE requirements
Adjust monitor height/angle
Close curtains/blinds
Any light sources should be pointed at task, not into eyes
Light screen from below
Poss glare filter over screen
Advise 20/20/20 rule
What is reflection glare? What’s it caused by?
Shiny surfaces reflecting polarised light, causing excessive luminance
e.g. water, VDU, car windscreens
How can reflection glare be reduced?
Polarised sunglasses
