Contact LensesLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

Students are able to:
Explain the terminology related to contact lenses
Describe the properties, manufacturing and purposes of contact lenses
Compare the differences between contact lens correction and spectacle correction in terms of vision
Describe the research methods and results related to the fitting of contact lenses, as well as the significance of the results for the success of fitting and use
Describe the use of care products, content / ingredients
Describe the main complications caused by contact lenses and their treatment
Describe the basic features of special lenses.
Apply laws and guidelines related to contact lens fitting and patient records
Search information and research data on contact lenses in the market

Content

Examination, observation of clinical signs, techniques and skills related to contact lens fitting.
Lens types, materials, design, features and terms
Optics and vision also in high powers and aphakia

Contact lens fitting:
Wearing modalities and schedules
Indications and contraindications
Client management and communication
Anamnesis in contact lens fitting
Examination and measurements of the anterior eye
Choosing a contact lens, insertion and removal
Fit assessment
Writing the contact lens prescription

Examining the anterior eye:
- equipment, procedures and clinical significance of the results
- grading scales
- lid eversion

Handling, cleaning and care of lenses
Follow-up appointments
Special lenses and their fitting
Myopia control and orthokeratology fitting
The basics of fitting contact lenses for toddlers and babies
Treatment options with contact lenses for people with refractive/oculomotor or neurological problems

Qualifications

The prerequisite for this course is the successful completion of a valid course of study in accordance with the curriculum in force, where the student has demonstrated sufficient knowledge and skills in the following subjects: An understanding of the general anatomy and physiology and the anatomy and physiology of the eye, as well as microbiology. Refraction and clinical optometry and investigative techniques.

The prerequisites are fulfilled when the student has passed the following courses: General Anatomy and Physiology, Ocular Anatomy and Physiology, Clinical Microbiology, Basics of the Eye Examination and Refraction.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment: 0-5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for advanced level are applied.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Assessment: 0-5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for advanced level are applied.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment: 0-5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for advanced level are applied.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment: 0-5
For evaluation criteria, see the attachment.
Assessment criteria for advanced level are applied.