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Competency 1.10 The ability to communicate bad news to patients in an empathic and understandable way This competency deals with the capability of the trainee to discuss subjects with patients that may be of a difficult and often a distressing nature. Best Form Evidence In an ideal situation the Assessor would probably prefer to witness [...]
Competency 1.9 The ability to communicate with patients who have poor, or non-verbal, communication skills, or those who are confused, reticent or who might mislead This competency examines your capability to deal with patients who may be more difficult or challenging to communicate with. You need to be able to conduct a thorough eye examination [...]
As a locum I occasionally come across previous practitioner’s work which raises an eyebrow. However, I came across this young man recently: Age 10, routine review, asymptomatic. Previous practitioner reports: +0.50 R&L. No Rx given. Today the findings were RVA 6/5 +2.50 = 6/5 LVÂ 6/5 +2.50 = 6/5 I believe [...]
Interesting case this. I feel that this young man’s long journey through the hospital could have been prevented. What do you think? Young Asian male, 21. In excellent health. No relevant Family History. C/o reduction in his vision (one eye) over past 18 months. Saw own optometrist 12 months ago who could not find a [...]
Over the past 18 months a friend of mine has been complaining of a deterioration her vision. She is a soft CL and Spectacle wearer. She originally complained that her new CL were not up to the job and even her glasses did not seem ‘strong enough’ (her words). After three visits to her own [...]
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