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Clinical Assessment CA7

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TITLE	OCULAR MOTILITY TESTING
Code	CA7
Learning Outcome	Perform a cover test, assess ocular movements and interpret the findings. This includes the prism cover test. Accurately recognise and describe nystagmus where present.
Assessment	CRS7 Part 2 FRCOphth
Assessor	Consultant ophthalmologist, Senior OST (Year 4, 5, 6, 7)
Target Year of Achievement	Year 2
Related Learning Outcomes	PS24
Overview	Understand the actions of the extraocular muscles. Appropriately select additional tests determined by your ocular motility findings. Perform a Hess/Lees screen. Understand the possible causes of different types of nystagmus.
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