Health Promotion/Disease Prevention HPDP6

To assess a patient clinically, in OPD and elsewhere, in particular to:

TITLECONTACT LENS CARE

Code

HPDP6

Learning Outcome

  • Provide basic advice on contact lens care, with particular emphasis on the prevention of infection.

Assessment

Portfolio Part 2 FRCOphth 

Assessor

Target Year of Achievement

Year 7

Related Learning Outcomes

Overview

  • Have a detailed knowledge of the various contact lens types, lens hygiene and associated risks.
  • Know how contact lenses are fitted.
  • Manage complications of contact lens wear.

Resources

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