Reynolds Mark E
J Spec Oper Med. 2017 Summer;17(2):60-64. doi: 10.55460/LZEX-7YM3.
This report describes a rapid method of vision correction used by Special Operations Medics in multiple operational engagements.
Between 2011 and 2015, Special Operations Medics used an algorithm- driven refraction technique. A standard block of instruction was provided to the medics, along with a packaged kit. The technique was used in multiple operational engagements with host nation military and civilians. Data collected for program evaluation were later analyzed to assess the utility of the technique.
Glasses were distributed to 230 patients with complaints of either decreased distance or near (reading). Most patients (84%) with distance complaints achieved corrected binocular vision of 20/40 or better, and 97% of patients with near-vision complaints achieved corrected near-binocular vision of 20/40 or better. There was no statistically significant difference between the percentages of patients achieving 20/40 when medics used the technique under direct supervision versus independent use.
A basic refraction technique using a designed kit allows for meaningful improvement in distance and/or near vision at austere locations. Special Operations Medics can leverage this approach after specific training with minimal time commitment. It can serve as a rapid, effective intervention with multiple applications in diverse operational environments.
本报告描述了特种作战医疗人员在多次行动中使用的一种快速视力矫正方法。
2011年至2015年期间，特种作战医疗人员使用了一种算法驱动的验光技术。向医疗人员提供了一份标准的指导手册以及一套配套工具包。该技术在与东道国军队和平民的多次行动中得到应用。后来对为项目评估收集的数据进行了分析，以评估该技术的实用性。
为230名主诉远距离或近距离（阅读）视力下降的患者分发了眼镜。大多数主诉远距离视力问题的患者（84%）矫正后的双眼视力达到20/40或更好，97%主诉近距离视力问题的患者矫正后的近双眼视力达到20/40或更好。当医疗人员在直接监督下使用该技术与独立使用该技术时，达到20/40的患者百分比之间没有统计学上的显著差异。
使用设计好的工具包进行基本验光技术，能够在条件简陋的地点显著改善远距离和/或近距离视力。特种作战医疗人员经过特定培训后，只需投入最少的时间就能利用这种方法。它可作为一种快速、有效的干预措施，在各种作战环境中有多种应用。
