Competency information
Details
Screen the globe with A- and B- scan, understanding normal features and artefacts, and distinguishing features of dense cataract, vitreous haemorrhage, retinal detachment and ocular tumours
Considerations
- Understand the personal role, responsibilities and level of competence for performing ultrasound investigation of the eye and orbit
- Understand the requirements and protocols for maintenance and calibration of equipment
- Precautions that need to be taken or contraindications to planned procedures and the importance of referring to relevant history from the patient and the patient’s records
- Factors that require action advice and relevant personnel to contact
- Possible side effects and consequences of procedure
- Correct dosage, strength and frequency of use and relevant protocol for topical medications instilled
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 | Outcome Screen the globe with A- and B-scan, understanding normal features and artefacts, and distinguishing features of dense cataract, vitreous haemorrhage, retinal detachment and ocular tumours |