Glaucoma

Course ID: GLA-121

Audience
Students enrolled in the Hadley School for Professional Studies

Course Description
Glaucoma affects tens of millions of people worldwide, but despite its prevalence, many people lack accurate information about this disease. Therefore, the goal of this course is to provide glaucoma-related information to help the professional take a supportive role during his or her client's adjustment to life with glaucoma. The lessons describe the workings of the eye as well as the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma. They also discuss the emotional impact of vision loss and ways to continue daily activities when such loss occurs. The material in this course is informational only and does not replace the advice of a medical specialist.

Media
online

Organization
The course includes 5 lessons.

Credit
2 CEUs

Prerequisite Skills
None

Prerequisite Equipment
Students provide their own computer equipment and Internet access.

Overview
Students submit five assignments to the instructor.

Grading
Letter grades

Maximum Completion Time
2 ½ months

Objectives and Content

After completing lesson 1, the student will be able to

explain the workings of a healthy eye
describe primary open-angle glaucoma
describe less common forms of glaucoma

After completing lesson 2, the student will be able to

define the role of eye doctors
describe a routine eye exam
describe additional eye tests for glaucoma

After completing lesson 3, the student will be able to

discuss glaucoma medications
describe laser treatments for glaucoma
describe conventional surgeries for glaucoma

After completing lesson 4, the student will be able to

describe the reaction phases of adjusting to change
describe the rebuilding phases of adjusting to change
discuss overcoming negative emotions

After completing lesson 5, the student will be able to

describe the rehabilitation team
discuss adaptations
discuss orientation and mobility techniques

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