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Overcoming the language barrier in visual field testing.

R Nesher1, P Ever-Hadani, E Epstein

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Sapir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel. nesher@inter.net.il

Journal of Glaucoma
|July 10, 2001
PubMed
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Using recorded instructions in a patient's native language is effective for visual field testing. This method saves technician time without impacting test duration or reliability, especially in multilingual settings.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Technology
  • Patient Communication

Background:

  • Visual field testing is crucial for diagnosing and monitoring various eye conditions.
  • Effective patient instruction is essential for accurate and reliable test results.
  • Language barriers can complicate patient understanding and test administration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy of recorded instructions versus interpreter-assisted instructions for visual field testing.
  • To evaluate the impact on test reliability and duration.
  • To assess the utility of native language recorded instructions for diverse patient populations.

Main Methods:

  • Sixty patients undergoing visual field testing were enrolled.
  • Patients were randomized to receive either recorded instructions in their native language or interpreter-assisted instructions.

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  • Test duration and reliability indices (fixation losses) were recorded and analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Instruction method (recorded vs. interpreter) did not significantly alter instruction time, test performance time, or reliability.
    • Hebrew speakers completed instructions and testing significantly faster than non-Hebrew speakers, irrespective of instruction method.
    • Recorded instructions were found to be a viable alternative to interpreter-assisted methods.

    Conclusions:

    • Recorded instructions in the patient's native language are a practical approach for visual field testing.
    • This method can optimize clinic efficiency by saving technician time.
    • It offers a reliable alternative for patient instruction in multilingual environments without compromising test accuracy.