| Descriptors |
- Document all findings, including relevant negatives, clearly and legibly in accordance with GMC guidelines.
- Demonstrate familiarity with the effects of decreased vision, including advice regarding driving standards.
- Know and be able to interpret the applicable standards for driving, including visual standards and TIA (transient ischaemic attack) / Stroke guidelines.
- Advise patients on the visual standards for driving, being aware of the different classes of licence.
- Show empathy and consideration when advising patients regarding occupational or DVLA visual standards, and be aware of the effect that decreased vision can have on careers and lifestyle.
- Recognise when a patient might benefit from a low vision aid assessment, or other rehabilitation services, or support groups for visual impairment.
- Know when to refer patients to the Eye Clinic Liaison Officers and advise patients of the support that they can provide.
- Recognise problems with, and arrange appropriate modifications to, the clinical environment.
- Understand the effect that treatment, e.g. Panretinal Photocoagulation (PRP), can have on a patient’s vision and the consequences that this can have on their lifestyle, e.g. ability to drive or work.
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