Overview
- Unique set of image-processed slides taken from real cases provide a highly realistic 3D perspective
- 3 step pupil diameter variations (2.0mm, 3.5mm, 5.0mm )
- 3 step dept setting slide locator simulates hyperopic, normal and myopic views
- Red reflex
- 10 common diseases/conditions:
- Normal eyeground
- Hypertensive retinopathy: arteriolar vasoconstriction grade 3, arteriolosclerosis grade 1, hemorrhages and cotton wool spots, simple vein concealment
- Simple/background diabetic retinopathy: microaneurysm, hemorrhages and hard exudates
- Papilledema (chronic phase)
- Papilledema (acute phase)
- Glaucomatous optic atrophy: glaucomatous optic disc cupping and nerve fiber defect
- Retinal vein occlusion (acute phase): flameshaped haemorrhage and cotton wool spots
- Retinal vein occlusion (after retinal laser photocoagulation)
- Toxoplasmosis: retinochoroiditis
- Age-related macular degeneration: macular exudates and subretinal hemorrhage
Realism
- Lens-equipped eyeballs reproduce a realistic visual axis and view of eyegrounds
- Soft and supple material allows hands-on simulation of raising the eyelids
Anatomy
- Head, neck and shoulders (mannequin)
- Eyeballs with lenses
- Eyelids
Skills Gained
- Use of an ophthalmoscope (not supplied)
- Examination technique
- Identification of up to 90 cases
- Communication skills
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Mannequin head and shoulders
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Eye examination simulator base
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Slide holder
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Carry case
References
Physician Associate
Competence and Curriculum Framework for the Physician Assistant 2012, p 12 2.3.5 ...Perform a physical examination tailored to the needs of the patient and the demands of the clinical situation, including ..ophthalmic examination