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Physical Examinations II
Eye Fundus Exam with an Ophthalmoscope
Description
An ophthalmoscope is used to examine the fundus, which is the inner wall of the back of the eye. The fundus includes the choroid, retina, fovea, macula, optic disc, and retinal vessels. A simple ophthalmoscope has an aperture to look through, a diopter indicator, and a disc for selecting lenses.
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Transcript
The ophthalmoscopic examination is one of the most important parts of the physical exam. If conducted properly, it can be used as a tool to not only assess the patients' eyes but also their overall health. The simplest ophthalmoscope consists of a light source with a dimmer for adjusting the brightness, an aperture to look through, a disc for se...
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