The goal of this article is to review the most recent disinfection guidelines for multi-patient-use diagnostic lenses so practitioners can apply this knowledge to their clinical practice and contact lens instructors can incorporate it in an academic setting.
This educational activity consists of a written article and 20 study questions. The participant should, in order, read the Activity Description listed at the beginning of this activity, read the material, answer all questions in the post test, and then complete the Activity Evaluation/Credit Request form. To receive credit for this activity, please follow the instructions provided below in the section titled To Obtain CE Credit. This educational activity should take a maximum of two hours to complete.
CONTENT SOURCE
This continuing education (CE) activity captures key statistics and insights from contributing faculty.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
The goal of this article is to review the most recent disinfection guidelines for multi-patient-use diagnostic lenses so practitioners can apply this knowledge to their clinical practice and contact lens instructors can incorporate it in an academic setting.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This educational activity is intended for optometrists, contact lens specialists, and other eyecare professionals.
ACCREDITATION DESIGNATION STATEMENT
This course is COPE-approved for two hours of CE credit.COPE Course ID: 80717-CL
DISCLOSURES
Pam Satjawatcharaphong, OD, reports no conflicts of interest.Lindsay Sicks, OD, has received remuneration from Alcon Laboratories and RevHealth.
DISCLOSURE ATTESTATION
The contributing faculty member has attested to the following:
That the relationships/affiliations noted will not bias or otherwise influence their involvement in this activity;
That practice recommendations given relevant to the companies with whom they have relationships/affiliations will be supported by the best available evidence or, absent evidence, will be consistent with generally accepted medical practice;
That all reasonable clinical alternatives will be discussed when making practice recommendations.
TO OBTAIN CE CREDIT
To obtain COPE CE credit and instant certificate processing for this activity, read the material in its entirety and consult referenced sources as necessary. Please take the post test and evaluation by clicking the CE Information tab on this article and following the prompts.
Upon passing the test, you will immediately receive a printable PDF version of your course certificate for COPE credit. On the last day of the month, all course results will be forwarded to ARBO with your OE tracker number, and your records will be updated. You must score 70% or higher to receive credit for this activity. Please make sure that you take the online post test and complete the evaluation on a device that has printing capabilities.
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