PAP14: Ophthalmology

Be able to test for visual acuity and understand orbital cellulitis.

 
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Lightning Learning: Visual Acuity in Kids
Lightning Learning: Visual Acuity in Kids

Vision, pupils & pressure are the “vital signs” of ophthalmology. Sudden blurring or loss of visual acuity (hours) is an emergency.

Lightning Learning: Orbital Cellulitis
Lightning Learning: Orbital Cellulitis

Orbital cellulitis is an infection within the orbital soft tissues and is usually due to underlying bacterial sinusitis. Importantly, it should always be treated as an emergency.

 

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The Eye Emergency Manual (2nd Edition)

Intended for use in Emergency Departments across New South Wales, this concise manual offers a concise summary of the anatomy, pathophysiology, and a sensible approach to the management of most eye emergencies presenting to the ED. Caution: refer to local guidance where available before initiating treatment.

 

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