Originally Posted by
Barry Santini
Of course you can! Think about it:
Because everyone's vision is fluid, the *original* Rx is simply that refractionist's determination of the eye's focus at a particular point in time.
The "Rx" changes of course, over time, as the client's vision changes. So, comparatively, the "original" Rx may be *wrong* (your term, not mine. I prefer "optimum"), to some increasing degree over time.
Sheesh! When are we gonna wise up about this?
What happens when a client's eyewear breaks, is lost, or they're uncomfortable with it, and they go back to wearing their "old" Rx until their next insurance (ugh!) is up?
Except for the societal consequences during driving, I cannot see the great harm is wearing whatever "Rx" you want to. And, as far as my research on DMV regulations and state's rights, we have, even within just the borders of the USA, no consensus on the importance of best vision for driving...especially at night! For instance, in NY alone, typical DMV vision *screenings* (not vision testings, and certainly not full eye examinations) only require vision validation once every 8 years!
IMHO, all traffic stops should include:
1. License, registration, & insurance validation
2. Evaluation and appraisal of driver, passengers and vehicle
3. Breathalyzer (if warranted)
4. *Visualizer* (portable acuity/focus tester - definitely, technologically-possible at this time)
Your thoughts?
Barry
(PS - Yes, I'm trying to provoke a response!)
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