Chapter 17 – Ophthalmic System Assessment – The Eyes
Key Takeaways
- The main components of the ophthalmic system are the eyelids, eyebrows, pupil, iris, sclera, lens, cornea, conjunctiva, extraocular eye muscles, retina, and nerves.
- Common symptoms that can be related to the ophthalmic system include vision impairments, eye pain or strain, discolouration, pruritus, swelling, lesions, discharge, and dry, or gritty eyes.
- An objective assessment of the ophthalmic system includes a brief scan, external eye assessment and anterior eyeball assessment, central visual acuity assessment, peripheral vision assessment, extraocular eye movement, and ophthalmoscope examination.
- Health promotion interventions should be developed in collaboration with the client and focus on what is important to them.
