Unit 8

Question 1

F/u scheudle for New RGP / hybrid wearer?

Answer 1

-First aftercare visit
-Questions
-Tests to conduct
-Clinical adjustments
-Additional clinic visits

Question 2

If a current RGP / hybird wearer has an RX change can you dispense or do you need an appt?

Answer 2

We can dispense without a follow up appt

Question 3

If a current RGP / hybird lens wearer needs a fit change do you need to do a follow up appt?

Answer 3

Yes we will dispense the lens and then book them in for 1-2 week follow up

Question 4

GP lens wear time schedule

Answer 4

Day1- up to 6 hours
Day 2-5- up to 8 hours
Day 6+- Up to 10 hours until follow up (recommended by eye care professional)
After f/u - 10-12 hours average

Question 5

When does first aftercare visit happen ?

Answer 5

1-2 weeks after initial dispense

Question 6

Questions to ask at follow up appt

Answer 6

-wear time
-max wear time
-subjective vision
-adaptation
-I & R
-If they have any questions for you

Question 7

Tests to conduct during follow up visit

Answer 7

V/A and Over refraction
Slit lamp white lite
Slit lamp fluroscein
Slit lamp no lenses

Question 8

Type of Clinical adjustments for RGP/hybrid

Answer 8

power or fit
different lens type
lens material
solutions
wear schedule

Question 9

Additional clinical visits

Answer 9

-Dispense (if parameters have changed)
-Monitoring adaptation (2 weeks after dispense)
-6 month follow up
-Annual follow up thereafter