When conducting a slit-lamp examination, set the light all the way to the lowest setting and have the patient close his or her eyes until you are ready to begin. This will help the patient stay still and result in far less eye pain caused by an overly bright lamp. — Kathleen Dupont, PA-C, Santa Barbara, Calif. (169-4)
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