Ophthalmologic procedures in the emergency department--Part II: Routine evaluation procedures.
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Abstract
The emergency physician (EP) must be familiar with performance of ophthalmologic procedures for evaluation and treatment of a multitude of eye complaints. This article is the second of three articles addressing ophthalmologic procedures potentially of use by the EP. This article reviews the indications and the techniques for the following routine procedures: visual acuity testing, pupil dilatation, topical anesthesia use, and tonometry. Criteria for consultation also are addressed.
Medical subject headings
- Eye Diseases
- Ophthalmology