#1048 Disorders and Injuries of the Eye and Eyelid (15 Credits/hours)

Course Details:
Launch Date: August 5, 2025
Expires: August 31, 2027

Course #1048
15 Credits/Hours

Course Overview

This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge about common and critical disorders and injuries affecting the eye and eyelid. Participants will develop competency in identifying, assessing, and understanding the management of various ocular conditions, from minor eyelid inflammations to sight-threatening emergencies. The course emphasizes clinical recognition, differential diagnosis, and appropriate intervention strategies for both acute injuries and chronic eye disorders.

Table of Contents

1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye and Eyelid
2. Eyelid Disorders and Infections
3. Corneal Injuries and Diseases
4. Trauma to the Eye and Orbit
5. Glaucoma and Intraocular Pressure Disorders
6. Retinal Disorders and Detachment
7. Chemical and Thermal Burns of the Eye
8. Foreign Bodies and Penetrating Eye Injuries

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Identify the anatomical structures of the eye and eyelid and understand their physiological functions in maintaining visual health.
• Recognize common eyelid disorders including blepharitis, chalazion, hordeolum, and ptosis, and understand their clinical presentation and treatment approaches.
• Assess and classify corneal injuries including abrasions, ulcers, and keratitis, and determine appropriate management strategies.
• Evaluate ocular trauma including blunt force injuries, lacerations, and orbital fractures, and understand the principles of emergency stabilization.
• Understand the pathophysiology of glaucoma, recognize acute angle-closure glaucoma as an ophthalmic emergency, and differentiate between open-angle and closed-angle presentations.
• Identify signs and symptoms of retinal disorders including detachment, tears, and vascular occlusions, and recognize when immediate specialist referral is required.
• Manage chemical and thermal burns of the eye including immediate irrigation protocols and ongoing treatment considerations.
• Assess and manage foreign body injuries and penetrating trauma to the eye, including recognition of intraocular foreign bodies and globe rupture.