This course introduces the student to the specialty of ophthalmic nursing. The assessment and management of clients with ophthalmic disorders requires an in-depth understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the eye. This course examines client assessment within the context of ocular diseases and emphasises the importance of assessment for planning and evaluating care. Clinical management and pharmacological interventions are explored and the implications for nursing practice is examined.  Students are expected to critically engage with research evidence and apply it to problem solving and clinical reasoning