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This panel discussion brings together 3 experienced Independent Prescribing Optometrists who explore a range of atypical cases that test clinical reasoning and decision-making.
This webinar provides valuable insight into practicing with an Independent Prescribing qualification for Optometrists, Optometrists considering IP qualification and to those who are already using their IP qualification in practice.
This recording is accredited for 1 non-interactive CPD point for Optometrists and Therapeutic Prescribers
Domains and Learning Outcomes
Clinical Practice
(s.5) Clinicians will be able to demonstrate greater clinical reasoning when faced with ocular presentations that do not fit a typical pattern.
(s.5) Clinicians will be able to recognise and evaluate indicators for referral or further investigation when managing complex or evolving ocular disease.
Professionalism
(s.10) Clinicians will appreciate how to reflect on their approach to diagnostic uncertainty and identify strategies to maintain patient safety and confidence.
Specialty Optometrist (AS/SP/IP)
(s.5) Clinicians will be able to apply safe prescribing principles when managing patients with uncertain or evolving ocular conditions.
(s.5) Clinicians will be able to critically evaluate the need for pharmacological intervention versus observation, considering potential risks and benefits.
(s.10) Clinicians will appreciate how to reflect on clinical decision-making and professional resilience when outcomes are unpredictable, or progress appears to worsen before improvement.