CI: Ophthalmic Nursing
CI-05: Laser Procedures
No.
Competency Item
NAC
DEV
COM
DTE
EXC
Demonstrate ability to assist with laser procedures:
CI-05-01
know the principles of laser use in the treatment of disorders of the eye
CI-05-02
calibrate laser equipment as ordered
CI-05-03
input physicians calculations into laser equipment as ordered
CI-05-04
collect and set up instruments and supplies
CI-05-05
explain procedure to the client
CI-05-06
position client for the procedure
CI-05-07
drape the client appropriately
CI-05-08
hand instruments to the surgeon in proper order and as requested
CI-05-09
administer medications as ordered
CI-05-10
chart the procedure using appropriate forms.