Quiz: How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution

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Optometry Times JournalApril digital edition 2021
Volume 13
Issue 4

quick quiz on fitting scleral lenses

Quiz accompanies THIS article from our April issue

1. Scleral lens fittings are contraindicated in monocular patients due to the high risk of complications and potential blindness.


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The coming presbyopia revolution
The coming presbyopia revolution
Biologic medications: The basics that every OD should know
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Should ODs get a COVID-19 vaccine and require staff to get vaccinated?
Should ODs get a COVID-19 vaccine and require staff to get vaccinated?
How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution
How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution
Quiz: How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution
Quiz: How to fit scleral lenses with confidence and caution
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Put lenders to the test: Before taking out a loan, ask these 8 essential questions
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Where golf and optometry meetings intersect
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News updates April 2021
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5 glaucoma management myths
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Treating sight-threatening retinopathy using OCTA
Treating sight-threatening retinopathy using OCTA

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