Competency: 6

Details

Explain the procedure for each type of investigation to the patient and address any questions they may have relating to the procedure, including the process after the procedure and how the patient will be informed of the results

Considerations

• Electrophysiological testing of the eye and its clinical use in the ophthalmic assessment, diagnosis and management
• The pathophysiology of the vision system and the appropriate choice of investigation, considering the findings from the history and clinical examination
• The impact of visual impairment and its clinical assessment, diagnosis and management
• Common questions and concerns of patients about procedures
• Risks and benefits of undertaking the investigation
• The information needs of patients following investigation
• The authority level for provision of information to patients
• The process of notifying patients of the results

Relevant learning outcomes