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Refraction Guide

The Refraction Guide outlines the steps for conducting a comprehensive eye examination, including patient history, visual acuity checks, and both objective and subjective refraction methods. It emphasizes the importance of proper lighting, patient comfort, and clear communication throughout the process. Additionally, it provides an example of a final prescription and notes the need for adjustments in near vision for patients over 40 years old.

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Refraction Guide

The Refraction Guide outlines the steps for conducting a comprehensive eye examination, including patient history, visual acuity checks, and both objective and subjective refraction methods. It emphasizes the importance of proper lighting, patient comfort, and clear communication throughout the process. Additionally, it provides an example of a final prescription and notes the need for adjustments in near vision for patients over 40 years old.

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Refraction Guide for Clinic

1. Patient History
• Blurred vision, headache, distance/near problem • Previous glasses or not

2. Visual Acuity Check


• Use Snellen Chart (6/6, 6/9, 6/18) • Check without and with glasses

3. Objective Refraction
• Use Auto Refractometer • Or Retinoscopy in dark room

4. Subjective Refraction
• Use Trial Frame or Phoropter • Ask patient which is clearer • Adjust SPH, CYL, Axis

5. Final Prescription
Example: RE: -1.00 SPH / -0.50 CYL × 180 LE: -0.75 SPH

6. Near Vision
• Check at 40 cm • Add power if needed (40+ age)

Important Tips
Proper lighting and distance maintain karein
Patient ko comfortable rakhein
Clear confirmation lein
Children me cycloplegic refraction karein

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