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Which of the following symptoms should prompt a referral to an ophthalmologist?
Which of the following symptoms should prompt a referral to an ophthalmologist?
- Recent onset of floaters and halos (correct)
- Mild eye discomfort after prolonged screen time
- Occasional blurry vision
- Itchy and watery eyes
What condition warrants immediate referral to an ophthalmologist?
What condition warrants immediate referral to an ophthalmologist?
- Mild eye redness
- Temporary blurry vision after reading
- Occasional dry eyes
- Protrusion of one or both eyes (correct)
In which case should a patient be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist?
In which case should a patient be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist?
- Abnormalities of the ocular fundus (correct)
- Temporary dryness of the eyes
- Mild sensitivity to light
- Occasional mild headaches
What is a significant exclusion criterion for referral to an ophthalmologist?
What is a significant exclusion criterion for referral to an ophthalmologist?
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Who should be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist based on the given criteria?
Who should be promptly referred to an ophthalmologist based on the given criteria?
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