Sector Healthcare Sub-Sector Allied Health & Paramedics Occupation Vision Technician Reference ID: HSS/Q3001, Version 1.0 NSQF level: 3 Vision Technician
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Acknowledgment Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC) acknowledges the contribution of all the individuals and organizations who have contributed to the preparation of this book. We would like to thank Dr Naresh Trehan, Chairman, HSSC for his constant guidance and support. We would also like to acknowledge the efforts of HSSC Governing Council and members of HSSC Content Approval Committee; Dr A K Agrawal, Dr Alexander Thomas and HSSC team who guided preparation of the book. Sincere appreciation is extended to our industry partners, all experts for providing technical inputs and reviewing the individual modules. The efforts of IL&FS Skill Development Corporation are specially appreciated for supporting the development of the book. The preparation of this book would not have been possible without the strong support of Healthcare Industry and their valuable feedback. HSSC dedicates this book to youth of the country who desire to learn specialized skills, an invaluable asset for making a career in the Healthcare Sector and wish to be part of the most Nobel profession of saving life. For Healthcare Sector Skill Council Dr Shubnum Singh (Chairperson, HSSC Content Approval Committee) For Healthcare Sector Skill Council Mr. Ashish Jain (Chief Executive Officer) v
Participant Handbook About this book This Participant Handbook is designed to enable training for the specific qualification Pack(QP). Each National Occupational (NOS) is covered across Unit/s. Key Learning Objectives for the specific NOS mark the beginning of the Unit/s for that NOS. Obtain the case history Measure visual acuity Assess refractive status Dispense spectacles and dispense optical prescription accurately Store medical records Maintain confidentiality of medical records Collate and communicate health information Act within the limits of your competence and authority Maintain a safe, healthy and secure environment Practice Code of conduct while performing duties Follow biomedical waste disposal protocols Follow infection control policies and procedures Symbols used in the book have been listed below. vi
Vision Technician Table of Contents S. No. Modules and Units 1. Introduction to Healthcare Systems & Ophthalmology Services Unit 1.1 - Healthcare Delivery Systems Unit 1.2 - Structure and Services of an Ophthalmic Clinic or Hospital Unit 1.3 - Patient's Rights Unit 1.4 - Roles and Responsibilities of Vision Technician 2. Anatomy & Physiology Unit 2.1 - Human Anatomy Unit 2.2 - Human Physiology Unit 2.3 - Branches of Medicine 3. Basics of Ophthalmology (HSS/ N 3001, HSS/ N 3002, HSS/ N 3003, HSS/ N 3004) Unit 3.1 - Ocular Anatomy & Physiology Unit 3.2 - Basic Optics Unit 3.3 - Introduction to Ophthalmology Related Medical terminology 4. Ophthalmic Disorders & its Management (HSS/ N 3003, HSS/ N 3004) Unit 4.1 - Refractive Errors & Correction of Errors Unit 4.2 - Common Eye Diseases & its management Unit 4.3 - Ophthalmic Emergencies & its Management 5. Ophthalmic Equipment (HSS / N 3004, HSS/N 3002,HSS/N 3003, HSS/N 9610) Unit 5.1 - Commonly used Ophthalmic Instruments Unit 5.2 - Cleaning & Maintenance of Ophthalmic Instruments 6. Administrative Functions of Vision Technician (HSS / N 5505, HSS / N 5506) Unit 6.1 - Scheduling Appointments and Receiving Patients Unit 6.2 - Inventory and Workspace Management Unit 6.3 - Observing & reporting Unit 6.4 - Confidentiality, Documentation & Records 7. Pre-procedural Functions of Vision Technician (HSS/N 3001) Unit 7.1 - Measurement of Vitals Unit 7.2 - History Taking Unit 7.3 - Patient Positioning for Procedure 8. Vision Assessment (HSS/N 3002,HSS/N 3003) Unit 8.1 - Test and Record the Patient s Vision Unit 8.2 - Assisting the Ophthalmologist in Eye Examination Unit 8.3 - Administer Drops and Check for Dilation Unit 8.4 - Re-examine the Eye post Dilation 9. Patient Education & Health Promotion in Eye Care (HSS/N3004,HSS/N9601) Unit 9.1 - Direct Patient to Contact Lens Clinic Unit 9.2 - Direct Patient to Cataract Counselling Unit Unit 9.3 - After Care Unit 9.4 - Eye Donation Unit 9.5 - Eye & Vision Screening in Camps Page No. 1 3 8 11 14 17 17 23 28 31 33 38 43 57 59 65 79 84 86 93 98 100 104 106 110 116 118 124 128 138 140 144 147 149 152 154 158 162 166 169 vii
Table of Contents S. No. Modules and Units Page No. 10. Basics of Ophthalmic Dispensing (HSS/N3004) Unit 10.1 - Spectacle Dispensing Unit 10.2 - Direct Patient to Optical Showroom for spectacles Unit 10.3 - Spectacle Preparation Unit 10.4 - Contact Lenses Unit 10.5 - Low Vision Aids Unit 10.6 - Common Ophthalmic Medicines 11. Personnel Hygiene (HSS/N9606) Unit 11.1 - Personnel Hygiene 12. Sanitation, Safety & First Aid (HSS/N9606) Unit 12.1 - Safe Working Environment Unit 12.2 - First Aid 13. Infection Control Measures- Policies & Procedures (HSS/N9610) Unit 13.1 - Prevent and Control Infection 14. Emergency Medical response (HSS/N9606) Unit 14.1- Emergency Medical Response 15. Bio Medical Waste Management (HSS/N9609) Unit 15.1- Bio Medical Waste Management 16. Soft Skills and Communication Skills (HSS/N 9603, HSS/N 9606,HSS/N 9607) Unit 16.1 - Introduction to the Soft Skills Unit 16.2 - Effective Communication Unit 16.3 - Grooming and Hygiene Unit 16.4 - Interpersonal Skill Development Unit 16.5 - Social Interaction Unit 16.6 - Group Interaction Unit 16.7 - Time Management Unit 16.8 - Resume Preparation Unit 16.9 - Interview Preparation 17. IT Skills Unit 17.1 - Introduction to Computer Unit 17.2 - Basic Computer Knowledge Unit 17.3 - Components of Computer Unit 17.4 - Concept of Operating System Unit 17.5 - MS Word Unit 17.6 - MS PowerPoint Unit 17.7 - MS Excel Unit 17.8 - Internet Concepts 18. Employability & Entrepreneurship Skills Unit 18.1 Personal Strengths & Value Systems Unit 18.1 Digital Literacy: A Recap Unit 18.3 Money Matters Unit 18.4 Preparing for Employment & Self Employment Unit 18.5 Understanding Entrepreneurship Unit 18.6 Preparing to be an Entrepreneur 174 176 184 187 190 194 198 202 204 218 220 224 230 232 237 238 253 255 265 267 270 274 284 295 300 304 308 313 317 319 321 324 326 335 345 354 370 379 383 400 405 414 423 442 viii
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