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Module 10:

OVERVIEW

Estimated study time:  One hour.

Target Audience:  OMPs with little or no experience performing fundus photography

Pre-requisites:  A basic knowledge of the anatomy of the eye.

Date of original release:  March 2001

Section 1:

Description of content:  This section discussed the location and function of the various parts and controls of the fundus camera.

Instructional  objectives:  Upon completion of  this section,  the student should be able to:

• Locate and identify the parts and controls of the fundus camera

• Discuss the function of each part or control of the fundus camera

Section 2:

Procedure

Description of content:  This section discusses a systematic procedure for efficiently and effectively acquiring a good image of the retina.

Instructional objectives:  Upon completion of this section,  the student should be able to:

• List the steps necessary to acquire a good image of the retina.

• Describe the technique for properly aligning the camera .

• Explain how to regain proper alignment once it is lost.

• Identify camera settings necessary for proper exposure.

Section 3:

Troubleshooting

Description of content:  This section discusses steps necessary to fix specific operational problems with the fundus camera.  Image defects and artifacts are also discussed.

Instructional objectives:  Upon completion of this section,  the student should be able to:

• List the steps necessary to troubleshoot specific operational problems with the fundus camera.

• Identify image defects and artifacts and explain their causes.

About the Author: Gary Gallimore is a certified ophthalmic technologist who assists with research at the Eye Foundation of Kansas City and works for a large multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in the metro area of Kansas City.    He has taught CE courses for many years on all subjects of ophthalmic technology. 

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