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Glaucoma 2: Detection

Available from: 12/12/2019

Where to publish: www.luxotticalearning.com.au

Provider: Luxottica Institute of Learning

Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] iol@luxottica.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616

Learning Objectives

  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to define primary open angle glaucoma and all characteristic features.
  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to understand the epidemiology of glaucoma and societal burden of the disease.
  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to understand aqueous humor production and drainage and how it contributed to intraocular pressure elevations
  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to understand proper opic nerve analysis for the detection of glaucoma.
  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to understand the importance of various risk factors in the development of glaucoma and properly assess them in the detection of the disease.
  • At the completion of the course, participants should be able to understand functional analysis and interpretation of threshold perimetry.

Max points awarded: 4.00

Session Information

Name
Glaucoma 2: Detection
Activity Type
Independent Learning with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
4.00

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.