Competency information

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

  • The relevant pathophysiology and the appropriate choice of investigation considering the findings from the history and clinical examination
  • Common questions and concerns of patients about procedures
  • The impact of visual impairment and its clinical assessment, diagnosis and management
  • Risks and benefits of undertaking the investigation
  • The information needs of patients before, during and following investigation
  • The authority level for provision of information to patients
  • The process of notifying patients of the results

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Prepare patients and the clinical environment for psychophysical assessment of vision