Talk:Low Vision Rehabilitation/Zach Davis
Answers to the nystagmus questions:
- What type of nystagmus do parents most often notice in their children?
horizizontal pendular nystagmus
- List 3 things that could increase the amplitude of nystagmus?
Stress, emotions & direction of gaze
- What is the effect of increased amplitude?
Decreased vision. Describe the symptoms of nystagmus. Delay in visual maturation Poor/delayed fixation Eyes physically wiggling Head tilting Head oscillation
- Examination of a patient with nystagmus involves which tests?
History –asking family the information Physical exam – behaviour of the child, ophthalmic exam Electrophysiological testing of retina & eye movements
- How to locate the null point?
To locate the null point, hold a pen or small bright object in front of the eyes. Ask the student to hold his/her head still, and follow the object as it is moved from side to side, and up and down. Watch for any increase or decrease in the nystagmus.
- Make a note of the class room modifications following the location of a the null point so that you can inform a child’s parents, teacher or visiting teacher.
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