Increased strength in prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses may be helpful. This may be all that is required if the cataract does not reduce the patient's quality of life.
Continued monitoring and assessment of the cataract is needed by an ophthalmologist or optometrist at scheduled office visits.
If the cataract remains small or at the periphery of the lens, the visual changes may be minor.
For cataracts that cause no symptoms or only minor visual changes, no treatment may be necessary.
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In New York State, optometrists are required to retain patient records for a minimum of six years after the last treatment date. If the patient is a minor, records must be kept until the patient turns 21, plus the additional six years. It's important for optometrists to comply with these regulations to ensure proper patient care and legal accountability.
False.
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Minor consent forms are legal documents that allow parents or guardians to provide permission for medical treatment, participation in research, or involvement in activities for minors. These forms are crucial in ensuring that minors receive necessary care while also adhering to legal requirements. They typically include information about the nature of the treatment or activity, potential risks, and the rights of the minor. Properly executed consent forms help protect both the minor's welfare and the liability of the providers involved.
Patient confidentiality would prevent him from doing that.
The treatment for a ruptured Achilles tendon depends on the severity of the rupture. For minor to moderate ruptures the treatment includes resting the leg, using an ice pack on the affected area, leg elevation and taking anti-inflammatory pain killers. For more severe cases, it is necessary for a cast or even surgery.
No. Just like nurses, medical assistants cannot diagnose patients. They can be a part of the care planning for a patient, but not the primary diagnosing. They cannot prescribe treatment, but often follow protocol orders for how minor incidents are to be carried out.
5 to 10 years