Rationale of the Week | Remote Eye Screening Precautions
For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on Remote Eye Screening Precautions. 84% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important information, so you can pass it on to people living with diabetes and your colleagues, plus prepare for exam success!
Before we start though, if you don’t want any spoilers and haven’t tried the question yet, you can answer it below: Answer Question
Retinal photography with remote reading by experts has great potential to provide screening services in areas where qualified eye care professionals are not readily available.
However, in person exams are still necessary in which of the following scenarios?
Answer Choices:
- If the retinal photos are of optimal quality.
- If abnormalities are detected.
- Immediately after diagnosis of type 1 diabetes.
- For those on long term aspirin therapy.
Getting to the Best Answer
Answer 1 is incorrect. 2% chose this answer, “If the retinal photos are of optimal quality.” If retinal photos of are of high quality and there are no detected abnormalities, the retinal photo is sufficient.
Answer 2 is correct. 84% of you chose this answer, “If abnormalities are detected.” YES, GREAT JOB. If the retinal photos detect any abnormalities, an in-person comprehensive eye exam is necessary.
Answer 3 is incorrect. About 9% of respondents chose this, “Immediately after diagnosis of type 1 diabetes.” People diagnosed with type 1 diabetes are not required to get an immediate eye exam. The ADA Standards state that people with new type 1 diabetes need an eye exam within 5 years.
Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 3% chose this answer, “For those on long term aspirin therapy.” Since aspirin therapy does not elevate the risk of eye disease, individuals taking aspirin can safely participate in remote eye exams without concern.
We hope you appreciate this week’s rationale! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our Question of the Week and participate in this fun learning activity!
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