Dictionary of Visual Science and Related Clinical Terms

This Dictionary of Visual Science and Related Clinical Terms has been completely updated to include more than 400 new terms on optics and refractive surgery. It contains a convenient appendix on key therapeutic drugs, listed by both generic and trade names to aid in the quick retrieval of information. Emphasis is placed on succinct definition rather than on encyclopedic elaboration. This solid reference has earned recognition among optometrists, students, paraoptometric assistants, and opticians as a comprehensive listing of ophthalmic terms used in daily practice. Included with the book is a CD-ROM, containing the entire text, which provides easy searching and quick reference in a conveniently portable format.* A valuable resource that belongs in the library of all vision professionals* Definitions reflect the current state of optometric practice and new material has been added in the areas of optics and refractive surgery* Contains handy conversion tables, lists of abbreviations, pediatric pharmaceutical rules for dosages, vision therapy referral criteria, and a new appendix on important therapeutic drugs
Author: Everson OD MS, Ronald W.

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0750671319

ISBN-13: 9780750671316