Amblyopia

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (134 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

12 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Amblyopia is a visual disorder due to the failure of cortical visual development in one or both eyes due to ocular pathology early in life. It is commonly referred to as "lazy eye." The global prevalence of this condition ranges from 1% to 2%. The causes and risk factors of amblyopia include uncorrected refractive errors, strabismus, and anisometropia, which result in decreased best-corrected visual acuity. Consequences of amblyopia include poor stereovision, visual acuity, pattern recognition, and low sensitivity to motion and contrast. To avoid the effects of this condition, it must be promptly diagnosed and treated. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of amblyopia and explains the role of the interprofessional team in improving care for patients with this condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the risk factors associated with amblyopia, including refractive errors, strabismus, and anisometropia, during patient assessments.

  • Apply knowledge of the critical period for visual development to prioritize early diagnosis and intervention in cases of amblyopia.

  • Compare various treatment modalities for amblyopia, such as optical correction, patching, and pharmacological therapy, to determine the most appropriate approach for individual patients.

  • Coordinate care and referrals for patients with amblyopia within an interprofessional healthcare team to provide comprehensive support and treatment.

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The article did not help to answer to the following questions concerning the correction of eyes with prescription in diopters.

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