Modelling a vision screening module in a sample population of non-eye care practitioner in MSU Shah Alam, Selangor (A Pilot Study)

Abstract

Purpose: To investigate the reliability of new model of vision screening module in one sample population in MSU, Shah Alam. Methods: This is cross sectional study with ten subjects who were non-eye care practitioner which were MSU students, aged 19 to 21 years old. They were divided into two groups, first group were participated in training and the other group were not be trained. The subjects required to perform the vision screening based on provided module. Result: There are no significant different on the finding between trained and non-trained non eye care practitioner for all three tests (visual acuity test, colour blindness test, Hirschberg test). However, the time taken for trained eye care practitioner to do the vision screening is no significant difference comparing to non-trained non-eye care practitioner. Conclusion: This study provide initial evidence that new model of vision screening module are reliable to be used by non-eye care practitioner. Furthermore, a standardized vision screening module will be benefited to the community especially to the underserved community as they have difficulty in accessing the health care services.