1. (a) In order to insure an adequate examination of a patient for whom an optometrist signs a prescription for an ophthalmic lens, at least the following findings must be made and recorded, if possible in the initial examination of the patient:

   1. (1) Case history (ocular, physical, occupational and other pertinent health information)
   2. (2) Far point acuity, O.D., O.S., O.U., unaided; with old glasses; if available, and with new glasses, if any.
   3. (3) External examination (lids, cornea, sclera, etc.)
   4. (4) Internal ophthalmoscopic examination (media, fundus, etc.)
   5. (5) Static retinoscopy, O.D., O.S.
   6. (6) Subjective findings, far point and near point.
   7. (7) Phorias or ductions, far and near, lateral and vertical.
   8. (8) Amplitude or range of accommodation.
   9. (9) Amplitude or range of convergence.
   10. (10) Angle of vision, to right and to left.
   11. (11) Other tests must be made and recorded as necessary for the visual health and welfare of the patient.
2. (b) Diagnosis and treatment plan endorsed should follow the American Optometric Association's clinical guidelines.

3. (c) When a licensed practitioner or certified optometrist performs public service visual screenings for governmental agencies, each recipient of such screening should be clearly informed in writing of the following:

   1. (1) The limitations of the screening;
   2. (2) That the screening is not representative of or a substitute for a comprehensive vision analysis; and
   3. (3) That the screening will not result in a prescription for visual correction.

Amended at 15 Ok Reg 3655, eff 7-27-98