Learning objectives
At the end of this lesson, the student will be able to:
- Describe corneal scraping.
- Explain the purpose of corneal scraping.
- Arrange the materials required for corneal scraping.
- Collect history from the patients.
- Assisting the doctor in corneal scraping.
About this course
Corneal scrapping is a simple procedure that helps to collect specimen samples to identify the
type of microbes. The ophthalmic paramedic should have knowledge about microbes, the purpose of corneal scrapping and efficiently assist the doctor to collect and analyse the sample to provide the right treatment. Find resources here for classroom instructions and student activities.
