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Eye Injuries: A Blow to the Eye

Definition

Someone who has been hit in the eye, if it is severe they may experience a loss of vision.

Action Plan

If the patient has lost their vision you must seek immediate medical assistance. Whilst you are waiting you should cover the eye with a clean dressing or a clean folded handkerchief and make sure that the patient is lying flat and quiet.

Sat, Jul 31, 2010




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