Clinical recommendationEvidence ratingReferences
A detailed contact lens history is recommended in patients with suspected keratitis to assess for increased risk of bacterial or Acanthamoeba infection.C12, 21, 22
The kinetic red test combined with the static finger wiggle test is the most sensitive way to assess for a visual field deficit in the primary care setting.C26
Absence of photophobia on the penlight test makes uveitis or keratitis unlikely.C23, 34
The swinging flashlight test can detect relative afferent pupillary defects in conditions such as optic neuritis, although a negative test does not rule it out.C35, 36
Neuroimaging is not recommended in patients presenting with unilateral eye or facial pain, normal examination findings, and no history of findings suggestive of a specific diagnosis or pain syndrome.C37