Clinic Life
This is the first thing to confirm when bringing a patient back
What is patient identity?
This test is used to measure eye pressure
What is tonometry?
A patient is due for BP. What should happen?
What is capture BP when appropriate?
Clouding of the natural lens causing blurry vision and glare
What is a cataract?
Sudden vision loss requires this type of evaluation
What is urgent or same-day care?
This animal is known for having excellent night vision and vertical slit pupils
What is a cat?
This helps prevent delays before they start
What is staying on time?
This imaging provides a wide-field view of the retina
What is Optos?
A patient is due for screening during their visit
What is offer or complete the screening?
Elevated eye pressure that can damage the optic nerve over time
What is glaucoma?
Eye pain with vision changes may indicate this
What is a potential emergency?
This bird can rotate its head up to 270 degrees to compensate for limited eye movement
What is an owl?
This is the best way to keep everyone aligned during a busy clinic
What is communication?
A patient has elevated IOP. This condition is a concern
What is glaucoma?
A patient is confused about their care plan
What is clarify and communicate clearly?
A condition caused by diabetes that affects the retina
What is diabetic retinopathy?
Flashes and floaters should prompt this action
What is notify provider or urgent evaluation?
This animal has eyes on the sides of its head, giving it a wide field of vision to watch for predators
What is a rabbit? (or deer, horse—accept multiple)
A patient says they’ve been waiting a long time. This is the first thing you should check
What is appointment time or schedule status?
A patient reports sudden vision changes and pain. This type of care is needed
What is urgent or same-day evaluation?
Clinic is running behind. What helps most?
What is teamwork and communication?
Sudden flashes and floaters could indicate this retinal condition
What is retinal detachment?
A patient with very high IOP may be at risk for this
What is vision loss or optic nerve damage?
This sea creature has some of the most complex eyes in the animal kingdom and can see polarized light
What is a mantis shrimp
A patient presents with urgent symptoms in clinic. This is the next step
Have patient complete walk-in form?
This imaging test provides detailed cross-sectional views of the retina
What is OCT? ✅ (replaced duplicate-style question)
A patient expresses frustration. What is the best response?
What is acknowledge and address concerns?
Central vision loss often associated with aging
What is macular degeneration?
This symptom combination should never be delayed: pain, vision loss, redness
What is an urgent eye condition?
This animal’s pupils expand into a rectangular shape to help it scan the ground for predators
What is a goat? (or sheep, horses, deer, antelope, and some toads)