Visual Acuity Simplified: How to Check Vision Explained by an Ophthalmologist

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Learn how to check a patient’s visual acuity (VA) quickly and accurately from an ophthalmologist’s perspective. Visual acuity is a crucial part of the eye exam. Didn't learn this in your training? Don't worry! This video will show you how to interpret the Snellen eye chart (including what it means if a patient misses some of the letters on a line), how to properly document the vision, and MORE helpful tips! Great for clinicians and students looking for a simplified, practical guide to vision testing.

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0:00 Intro
0:18 What is visual acuity?
0:37 What does 20/20 vision mean?
2:12 What do you need to check visual acuity?
3:00 How to check visual acuity
5:33 What happens if a patient misses some letters?
6:50 How to check vision if you don't have a Snell eye chart
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