Perform ocular tonometry

Description

Perform ocular tonometry as a test to determine the intraocular pressure inside the eye of patients at risk from glaucoma.

Alternative labels

determine intraocular pressure
carry out ocular-tonometry
test intraocular pressure
carry intraocular pressure test
carry out ocular tonometry
carry out ocular-tonometry tests

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Perform ocular tonometry is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Optional skill

Perform ocular tonometry is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Optometrist: Optometrists examine and test eyes to identify abnormalities, visual problems, or disease. They prescribe and fit lenses such as spectacles and contacts, and offer advice on visual problems. They may also refer patients to a medical practitioner. Their scope of practice and title varies according to national regulations.

 


 

References

  1. Perform ocular tonometry – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022