Question

educating a parent on the importance of vision screening

1) explanation on why it is important for vision screening for infant (you are making this for a parent to understand, not another healthcare provider)

2) minimum os 3 behaviors or observations a parent may see that may indicate a vision problem.

3) who will the child see for this exam? Explaining how first discuss with pediatrician, referral to ophthalmologist, and lastly explain what an ophthalmologist is.

4) Explain what follow up care they may need

5) if they are school age, explain the importance of informing the child's teacher or school

Answer 1

1.For school-age children, regular vision checks are important. Eye examinations help uncover vision problems, detect eye diseases early and help preserve vision long-term.

A child's vision can change often, and unexpectedly, from ages 6 to 18. Vision problems left uncorrected can:

Impair child development

Interfere with learning

Lead to permanent vision loss

Cause behavioral and attention issues

2.

Your child may be having vision problems and should have an eye examination if he or she:

Covers one eye

Holds reading materials close to the face

Has a short attention span

Complains of headaches or other discomfort

Other reasons to schedule an eye examination include:

If your child fails a vision screening

If your child is at increased risk of a vision problem due to developmental delay, medical condition, or a family history of vision problems

If you have any other concerns about your child’s vision

3.

You can take your child to an optometrist or ophthalmologist for a comprehensive eye examination. An optometrist diagnoses, treats and manages vision changes. This includes testing sight and prescribing and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems. An ophthalmologist does the same, plus diagnoses and treats all eye diseases, and performs eye surgery.