Fundoscopy (Ophthalmoscopy) OSCE Examination Quiz

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1
You are doing direct ophthalmoscopy and dial up the positive (plus) lenses to focus on the front of the eye before looking at the retina. Several dark specks stand out against the red reflex, and the retinal view that follows is blurred. What is the best explanation?
2
You are checking the red reflex in a young child with an ophthalmoscope. Instead of a matching reddish-orange glow filling each pupil, one pupil shows a white reflex. What is the best interpretation and next step?
3
You have finished direct fundoscopy after using dilating drops, and the retina looks suspicious for early macular disease. How should you finish off the examination?

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