Eye Conditions in Infants and Children

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In This Edition

• Perform a pediatric external eye examination.
• Discuss indications for referral to a pediatric ophthalmology subspecialist based on abnormal findings on physical examination.
• Identify and evaluate children at risk of amblyopia.
• Evaluate and diagnose children with symptoms of strabismus.
• Describe the pathophysiology of refractive disorders.
• Identify children with refractive disorders who should undergo screening for other eye conditions.
• Recommend use of school and community support systems for children with blindness and vision impairments.
• Counsel patients with vision impairment and their families about seeking individualized education programs (IEPs).

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