The Orthoptic PERL

4.2 Hess Chart Interpretation

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This learning resources focuses on the interpretation of Hess charts.

This resources is intended to healp the learner meet the following standards of proficiency as outlined by the HCPC:

  • Know the tests required to aid in differential diagnosis
  • Diagnose a range of vision, binocular vision, and ocular motility defects
  • understand neuroanatomy and the effects of disruption of neural pathways on the visual system, cranial nerves and supranuclear control of eye movements
  • know the principles governing binocular vision, its investigation and the significance of its presence or absence, and be able to apply them to clinical practice
  • know the principles governing ocular motility and their relevance to diagnosis and management, and be able to apply them to clinical practice
  • know about the range of ophthalmic conditions which can disrupt vision, binocular vision and produce eye movement disorders
  • understand the principles and application of orthoptic and ophthalmological equipment used during the investigative process

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Contributed by: The Orthoptic PERL
Authored by: Lucy Stafford, UCL, Clinical Educator
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Last updated: 25 January 2024
First contributed: 24 January 2024
Audience access level: General user

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