New method of assessing visual acuity with pictures. Issue 2 (February 1983)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kay, H
• Is Part Of: British journal of ophthalmology. Volume 67:Issue 2(1983)
• Page Start: 131
• Page End: 133
• Publication Date: 1983-02
• Subjects: Ophthalmology -- Periodicals; 617.7
• DOI: 10.1136/bjo.67.2.131
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0007-1161

Abstract

Abstract : It is never easy to assess accurately the vision of an illiterate child. Children under the age of 3 who are unable to understand and co-operate with tests using shapes and a key card present an even greater problem. All available subjective tests for this age group may maintain a small child's interest, but the accuracy of the recorded vision is very much in doubt. The new test described below is designed for 2-3-year old children. It combines the well recognised advantages of using pictures to gain the child's attention with the accuracy of a graded test based on Snellen's chart sizing. It is therefore both a practical and more accurate alternative test for this age group.