Optometry Quiz on Presbyopia and Multifocal Lenses
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What is the primary definition of presbyopia?

  • Increased sensitivity to light, especially at night.
  • A condition resulting in difficulty seeing far distances.
  • A decrease in the ability to accommodate for near vision. (correct)
  • An inability to perceive colors accurately.

    • What does the term 'Add' refer to in the context of multifocal lenses?

  • The adjustment needed to optimize a frame fit.
  • The amount of lens curvature required for bifocals.
  • The positive power added to the distance prescription. (correct)
  • The total power of the lens for distance vision.

    • At what age does the onset of presbyopia typically begin?

  • 45 years old (correct)
  • 30 years old
  • 40 years old
  • 50 years old

    • Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the visual consequences of presbyopia?

    <p>Duration of the vision issue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect must be considered when advising on, ordering, and dispensing optical corrections for patients?

    <p>Durability, comfort, and cosmetic appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common segment style recommended for Robert considering his condition?

    <p>C28 round segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Considering Robert's prescription, what is the range of sphere power for his left eye?

    <p>+3.50 to +4.50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor should be discussed with Robert regarding the thickness of the lenses?

    <p>Base curvature alignment with PD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What visual acuity (VA) does Robert have in both eyes, and what does this indicate about his vision status?

    <p>6/6; indicates normal vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be particularly noted about using a smaller frame for Robert's lenses?

    <p>It minimizes blank size needed and keeps lenses thin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does an increase in the add have on the far point in bifocal lenses?

    <p>The far point will decrease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method to adjust bifocals to meet an individual's needs?

    <p>Alter the color of the lens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential drawback of using a standard D28 bifocal for someone requiring frequent vision at 60cm?

    <p>Increased neck strain from looking through the bottom portion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which correction is necessary for a person often working at an intermediate distance?

    <p>An intermediate correction is required.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario best illustrates the need for an upcurve bifocal?

    <p>An administrator focused on a VDU 60cm away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the additional segment in trifocals?

    <p>To assist with visual tasks between 40-80 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue with standard trifocal positioning?

    <p>The corrections may not align with user needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary advantages of trifocals compared to progressive lenses?

    <p>They can maintain clearer vision at multiple set points.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the intermediate addition generally determined in trifocals?

    <p>It is typically 50% of the near addition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What segment type might a pilot require in their trifocal lenses?

    <p>Double D segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might cause an intermediate vision gap when using bifocals?

    <p>Mismatch between near and distance corrections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of trifocal segment mentioned?

    <p>Round segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect must be considered when prescribing occupational trifocals?

    <p>The specific visual tasks required by the patient's occupation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In trifocals, what can the upper segment be specified with?

    <p>0.50D less than the near add</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to accurately write an order for bifocal/trifocal lenses?

    <p>The full prescription including both near and intermediate adds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions must be assessed for presbyopic patients?

    <p>Their working distance requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of a Round Seg for a patient with a Positive Distance Rx?

    <p>It helps to cancel out the base down prism effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which aspect does a D Seg differ from a Round Seg regarding optical center position?

    <p>The optical center of a D Seg is higher up near the dividing line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What jump value is produced by a Round Seg with a +2.00D reading addition and an R28mm round down curve segment?

    <p>28mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of bifocals?

    <p>Has a visible junction indicating the patient's age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of segment is generally used for occupations requiring bifocals positioned at the top?

    <p>Upcurve Round Segment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of blended bifocals?

    <p>They blend edges into the distance portion for aesthetics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prism effect does a Round Seg induce?

    <p>Base Down Prism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason Fresnel stick-on bifocals are not often utilized?

    <p>They are rarely applicable for occupational use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the required add for a comfortable viewing distance?

    <p>add=|L|-1/2Amp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the artificial far point represent?

    <p>The furthest point from the eyes that can be viewed clearly through additional lens power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a patient has a near correction of +1.50DS, what is their artificial near point?

    <p>22.22cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a 42-year-old emmetropic patient with 4.00D accommodation, what will be their comfortable range of clear vision?

    <p>∞ to 50cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'focal length' describe in the context of lens power?

    <p>The distance at which an object can be seen clearly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the maximum range of clear vision defined?

    <p>It is the distance from the artificial near point to the artificial far point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributing factor could influence a patient's working distance?

    <p>Personal hobbies and occupation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by a reduction in accommodation as a person ages?

    <p>An increase in recommended add power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For an emmetropic patient at 45 years old with a near point at 33.3cm, what comfort level is associated with their 1.5D of accommodation?

    <p>They can comfortably see objects at 66.6cm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following dimensions is not a part of the range of clear vision?

    <p>Duration of task</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of accommodation in determining the comfortable near point?

    <p>It enhances the near point with higher add power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does an increase in add power have on the artificial far point?

    <p>It decreases the artificial far point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In presbyopia management, what might be considered beyond standard bifocals and trifocals?

    <p>Custom multifocal lens solutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the measure 'Add' signify in visual corrections?

    <p>The additional lens power designated for near vision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    OPT505 Clinical Skills & Refractive Management - Multifocals: Bifocals and Trifocals

    • Core Competencies include advising on, ordering, and dispensing the most suitable optical correction, considering factors like durability, comfort, appearance, age, and lifestyle. Adjusting spectacle frames to optimize both physical and optical performance is also crucial.

    • Learning Outcomes cover describing bifocal and trifocal types, explaining their advantages and disadvantages, calculating jump lenses for near vision, defining artificial far points, discussing working distance impact, describing various trifocal designs, and applying prescription analysis to different patients.

    Presbyopia

    • Presbyopia occurs when the amplitude of accommodation decreases, making near vision difficult or uncomfortable.

    • A rule of thumb is that comfortable near vision typically utilizes between one-half and two-thirds of the full amplitude of accommodation. Additional correction may be necessary if this isn't sufficient.

    • Presbyopia relates to near and intermediate vision, not exclusively reading.

    • The visual outcomes and needed correction depend on the patient's factors, including age, lifestyle, occupation, hobbies, and interests.

    • Presbyopia typically starts around age 45.

    Calculating Add Power

    • Add power is calculated as the difference in vertex power between the distance and near corrections.

    • For example, if distance Rx is +3.00/-2.00x90 and near Rx is +4.75/-2.00x90, then the add is +1.75.

    Tentative Adds

    • A table provides estimated add powers based on patient age and working distance.

    Multifocal Lens Definitions

    • A multifocal lens corrects vision for two or more discrete viewing ranges.

    • Bifocal lenses have two discrete viewing areas, typically for distance and near.

    • Trifocal lenses have three discrete viewing areas, usually for distance, intermediate, and near.

    • Progressive power lenses have a continuous change in focal power over part of the lens.

    Bifocal Lenses

    • The area of the lens for distance vision is the distance portion (DP).

    • The lens area for near vision is the reading or near portion (NP).

    • The larger of these two areas is often called the major portion.

    • Most bifocals have the near portion in the lower part of the lens (the segment).

    • Addition power equals the difference between vertex NP and vertex DP.

    • Bifocal classifications include: a) constructions (fused, solid, molded, blended, cemented), b) shapes (round, segment).

    Bifocal Classification

    • Popular bifocal construction methods are molded, solid, or fused.

    • Plastic bifocals are molded.

    • Glass bifocals are solid or fused.

    • Other less common classifications include cemented and blended bifocals, as well as Franklin split bifocals (OG lens).

    • Common constructions also include split (Franklin Split), fused, solid and cemented.

    Segment Shapes and Sizes

    • The majority of segments are now glazed on the front surface.

    • The most common segment type is solid plastic. Sizes include a range.

    • The specific choice for size and shape varies dependent on the patient.

    Segment Size

    • Determining segment size involves measuring the segment's diameter at its widest point.

    • Common diameters include 22mm, 24mm, 28mm, 30mm, 35mm, 38mm, and 45mm.

    • Shaped segments generally use a round, "D”, or “C” pattern. 

    Round (Downcurve Segment)

    • Round segments (downcurve) are less visible than flat top segments.

    • Jump is more significant compared to E- or D- segments.

    • Segment diameters available vary.

    • Round segments are available in solid plastic, solid glass, cemented plastic, cemented glass, and fused glass.

    D Segment

    • D segments are truncated round segments.

    • Segment sizes commonly range between 25, 28, 35, and 40 mm.

    • The noticeable edge differentiates them from round segments.

    • D segments typically have less jump compared to round segments.

    ### C segment

    • D-segments, with a rounded top edge, are easier to glaze and polish than D-segments.

    • Available in solid plastic and fused glass sizes of 25 mm and 28 mm

    • They lack a standard radius for their curves.

    • Optically, C segments are similar to D segments. 

    E-line (E-style or Executive segment)

    • The optical centers of the distance (DP) and near (NP) portions align in an E-line.

    • An E-line lacks a jump.

    • The E-line has a large reading region.

    • E-style segments are available in solid plastic and glass, as well as some Franklin split versions.

    • The "Executive" designation is primarily associated with American Optical.

    Segment Terminology

    • D segments are also known as S segments.

    • Segment distinctions sometimes involve whether the segment is glass or plastic.

    • "Invisible" describes a segment where every dividing line is extremely subtle.

    • "Visible" segment shows a noticeable dividing line.

    Segment Height and Top Position

    • Segment height is the vertical distance separating the segment's highest point from the main lens's lowest point.

    • Segment top position is the distance from the horizontal midpoint of the lens to the topmost point on the dividing line of the segment.

    Segment (Geometric) Inset

    • Geometric inset is the horizontal distance between the optical centers (OD & OS) of the distance portion and the segment.

    • Inset is typically 1.5-2mm for most segments.

    • Inset adjustments can be made to address convergence issues. 

    How Additives are Measured

    • Measuring add power depends on the glazing method—front or back-surface segments.

    Segment Jump

    • Segment jump is the sudden change in base down prism at the segment dividing line.

    • When an optical center is present, no prism is observed.

    • Round segments exhibit the largest jump, with D and C segments having reduced jumps, and zero jump in traditional E-style and D35 segments. 

    Jump in Different Segments

    • A positive reading segment has a base-down prism above the optical center.

    • Jump magnitude increases with greater reading add power and distance from the segment's central point.

    • Calculated as P=cF, where c= segment Os.

    • Prentice’s Rule is used to calculate jump.

    Segment Jump

    • Distance Rx does not influence jump.

    • Patient visual effects arise from the dividing line: a) objects close to the line may shift to a new position, b) an annular scotoma (partially obscured region) may appear at the segment line until the head movement. 

    Jump (Round vs D Segments)

    • Visual effects from segment jump vary based on lens shape. 

    Segment Jump  (Round vs D Segments)

    • In round segments, the optical center is positioned towards the bottom portion of the segment, inducing a stronger jump vs D segments.

    Segment Jump (Positive vs Negative Rx)

    • Positive distance Rx beneficiaries of round segments experience lessened jump from the lower portion cancellation.

    • Negative distance Rx beneficiaries are facilitated by D segments, due to lower portion cancellation.

    For a Round Seg...

    • The optical center is placed towards the lower part of the segment, inducing a base down prism.

    ### For a D segment...

    • The optical center is positioned higher up near the dividing line, producing a base up prism. 

    ### Jump Calculations (Example)

    • Calculate the jump produced by a 28mm round-down curve segment with a +2.00D reading addition. The result is 2.8 in appropriate units.

    Miscellaneous Bifocals

    • Upcurve round segment styles: these are needed in specific occupations and feature a top-placed segment.

    • Blended-style round segments have their edges blended into the distance area. 

    Advantages of Bifocals

    • Clear vision is possible in both distance and near portions. 

    • The reading area is wider compared to progressive power lenses.

    • They are more convenient than separate lenses for distance and near vision.

    Disadvantages of Bifocals

    • A visible line separating distance and near segments exists, which can be an indicator of age.

    • Reflections from the dividing line may be irritating.

    • First-time wearers of bifocals may find the sudden prism change (jump) at the dividing line disconcerting.

    Trifocals

    • Trifocal design is similar to bifocals, but has an additional intermediate segment.

    • The intermediate portion addresses visual needs at ~40-80cm.

    •  The intermediate add is frequently 50% of the near addition.

    Trifocals  (Variations)

    • Trifocals are available in various types, including E-type, C728 and C740, D725, D728 and D735, and occupational types.

    Traditional Trifocals

    • Types of Traditional Trifocals include ED Style, Concentric Downcurve, Band Style, and R segment styles.

    Occupational Trifocals

    • Occupational trifocals include Double D, Double Curve, and Quadrifocal designs.

    • They cater to the needs of specific occupations.

    Occupational Bifocal/Trifocal Variations 

    • Up-and-down curve bifocals with small round segments, Double D, Double E-style, and quadrifocal designs.

    Order Writing - Bifocal/Trifocal

    • Order includes specifying the lens type and brand, full prescription details, segment size, monocular distance centration, segment height/positions, and inset (typically 1.5-2mm).

    Presbyopic Challenge

    • This covers the need to know about accommodation, working distance that varies with the individual, artificial far point, and range of clear vision.

    Average Amplitude of Accommodation

    • A table displaying average amplitude of accommodation values based on age is presented.

    Calculating Adds

    • Calculating required add is based on 2/3rds to 1/2 amplitude, dependent on a patient's working distance (WD): and example given when WD is 33cm, you need 4.5 to 6 dioptres. 

    Working Distance

    • Working distance can represent the focal length of the lens.

    • Working distance can also reflect the distance from the task that the patient wants to focus clearly on.

    Artificial Far Point

    • When a near correction is used, an artificial far point is established from the furthest point from the eyes an object can be viewed clearly through the lens.

    • The Artificial Far Point is calculated as the focal length of the add (f=1/F).

    Focal Length

    • Formulae defining focal length (f) relative to focal distance (f’) are shown.

    Range of Clear Vision

    • The usable range where clear vision is possible from a distance to a near point. This is dependent on the required accommodation as well as the correction.

    • Clear vision ranges based on patient age.

    Complex Lens Solutions

    • Standard bifocals and trifocals are discussed, acknowledging their suitability is not for every individual.

    The Standard Bifocal

    • A bifocal will often have a gap in clear vision between ∞ and the artificial near point where a segment is present.

    • The segment position may not always accommodate the user's particular needs.

    Problem Solving with Bifocals

    • There are choices to adapt the dispensing method to a patient’s needs including varying size and position of segment and dispensing via unusual positions

    Problem Solving: A Full Time Presbyopic Administrator

    • A patient's specific vision needs vary; solutions to ensure comfort can include upcurved bifocals with distance at the top and an intermediate portion positioned at 60cm. 

    Standard Trifocals — Problems

    • Current standard trifocals have three far points, and the position and size of the segments need matching to the task distance, as a gap in clear vision may occur. 

    Trifocals and Their Uses

    • Bifocal lenses offer effective correction for three distances simultaneously, including distance, intermediate, and near.

    • A relationship ratio is used to describe the intermediate and near portions with regards to the full add power.

    Conventional Trifocals

    • Available typically in sizes 278 or 835 (plastic), IP/RP ratio 50%, and 725,728, 735, and 828 (glass).

    Problem Solving: An Orchestral Oboist

    • An oboist's vision needs include long-term distance (music), frequent intermediate (conductor) and near (instrument keys).

    • Standard trifocals might prove difficult with awkward head positions.

    • Upcurve bifocals with major additions for intermediate zones could better accommodate the task requirements. 

    Other Trifocal Solutions

    • Other available trifocal lens solutions (plastic) include S1435 offering intermediate adds of 50% or 66% of full add. A "Double-D" type provides equal additions.

    Prescription Analysis

    • Prescription analysis may include presenting patients' age, distance SPH, CYL, Axis, VA, intermediate SPH, CYL, Axis, VA, near SPH, CYL, Axis VA, and lens type specifics.

    Prescription Analysis (Specific Case Studies)

    • Patient data, including age, spheres, cylinders, axes, and visual acuities, for Robert (age 55) and Anita (age 50) are presented. 

    Prescription Analysis (Considerations)

    • Patient needs and potential lens issues including considerations like presbyopia based on age and related vision needs, multiple lens options, thickness of lenses, frame compatibility, and specific segment characteristics, are discussed for each case. 

    Prescription Analysis (Specific Case Studies)

    • Case studies, such as for Sam (age 65), may include additional specifics such as distance, intermediate, and near working distances, visual acuity at various distances, and frame adjustments. 

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