A measurement of the clarity or sharpness of vision at a specified distance. 20/40 vision means the patient can see at 20 feet what a person with normal vision can see at 40 feet. Similarly, 20/50 vision indicates the patient can see at 20 feet what a person with normal vision can see at 50 feet.
Used to quantify vision impairment or improvement after interventions or treatments.
"Visual acuity is 20/40 OD and 20/50 OS, corrected to 20/20 with glasses."
Documenting visual acuity measurements during an eye exam. Include any corrective lenses used (e.g., glasses, contacts) and the resulting visual acuity.
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