Assessment and Care

No.	Competency Item	NAC	DEV	COM	DTE	EXC
	Demonstrate ability to assess the needs of the ophthalmic client:
CI-02-01	follow protocols and procedures for admission of ophthalmic client
CI-02-02	use appropriate nursing history and assessment tools to conduct health assessment of client
CI-02-03	follow agency policy in obtaining consent from client
CI-02-04	preserve client dignity throughout clinic / hospital stay.
	Demonstrate ability to provide nursing interventions to ophthalmic client:
CI-02-05	apply nursing knowledge to meet needs presented by client
CI-02-06	assist with diagnostic procedures
CI-02-07	explain procedures and reassure client as necessary
CI-02-08	administer ophthalmic medications as ordered, using principles of medication administration
CI-02-09	conduct appropriate procedures for preparation of the eye, as surgical site
CI-02-10	prepare client for surgical procedure
CI-02-11	provide post-operative care of client following physician orders and protocols
CI-02-12	reinforce discharge teaching and prepare client for discharge from clinic / hospital
CI-02-13	discharge client per anesthesiologist order.