| OM00CV21 | Abnormal Ocular Conditions 1 (8 cr) |
| Prerequisites | Participation in courses: OM00DC13 Mikrobiologian, immmunologian ja patrologian perusteet OM00DC01 Yleinen patologia ja yleissairaudet OM00CA32 Näkemisen anatomia ja fysiologia OM00CV24 Neurologia |
| Objectives | After completing the course, the student is able to discuss the pathological conditions of the anterior eye. The student is able to identify diseases of the anterior eye and guide the patient forward if necessary. The student is able to start treatment activities in accordance with his or her own education. After completing the course, the student is able to explain the operating principles of the examination devices of the anterior parts of the eyes and is able to use them in the examination of the anterior parts of the eyes. The student identifies the most important parts of the anterior and anterior visual pathways of the eye, as well as the changes in the structures of the anterior part of the eye caused by the most common general and ocular diseases and medications. The student is able to use different methods in examining the anterior eye. The student identifies the indications and contraindications of the use of diagnostic drugs in eye health screening. The student is able to utilize diagnostic drugs appropriately and safely in his / her eye examinations procedures. |
| Content | Anterior pathology of the eye; orbital diseases, ocular auxiliary diseases, diseases of the lacrimal apparatus including dry eye, conjunctival diseases, corneal diseases, scleral diseases, choroidal diseases, lens diseases, and tumors of the front of the eye. Patient history, ocular visual physiological tests (visual acuity, eye movements, refraction, color vision, twilight vision and glare), anterior biomicroscopy of the eye, contact and non-contact tonometry, gonioscopy, pachymetry, tear function, pupillary reflexes, confrontation perimetry, anterior OCT. Use of ophthalmic diagnostic drugs. |
| Recommended optional programme components | If necessary, the student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan. |
| Accomplishment methods | Exam Practical Assignments |
| Execution methods | Theory 4 ECTS Practical 4 ECTS |
| Materials | Not applicable |
| Literature | Not applicable |
| Evaluation Criteria | 0-5 |
| Evaluation Criteria |
satisfactory (1-2) Student: - demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base and the core of the subject being studied - search for information from a wide range of sources - demonstrates achievement of the objectives of the core competencies - demonstrates familiarity with key professional safety practices and patient safety - act under ethical principles and with respect for others - contribute to the team and have good teamwork skills good (3-4) Student: - use concepts and knowledge consistently - search for information and critically evaluate and use information sources - applies the knowledge base to a range of tasks - acts independently and responsibly in professional situations - plan activities with patient safety in mind - acts in accordance with the ethical principles of the profession and with respect for others - works in a team with a sense of purpose and good teamwork skills excellent (5) Student: - use concepts and knowledge in a competent manner - justify the use of information sources - justify actions based on researched data or studies - act in a customer-oriented and businesslike manner - act responsibly and with due regard for patient safety - justify actions under the ethical principles of the profession and with respect for others - organise and lead group activities with good teamwork skills pass/fail The student will: - demonstrates familiarity with the knowledge base and core content of the field - Search information from a variety of sources - demonstrates achievement of the objectives of the core competencies - completes assigned tasks and participates in practice sessions - demonstrate familiarity with key professional safety practices and patient safety - act in accordance with ethical principles and treat others with respect - contribute to the team and have good teamwork skills |
| Assessment Frameworks | Not applicable |
| Further Information | Not applicable |
| Responsible persons | Tuomas Juustila |
| Links | Not applicable |