Your health care provider will perform an eye examination as well as several tests to measure the visual acuity of your eyes (their ability to see fine detail). The tests include: 1.A Snellen test, which is performed using the lettered chart you've seen at your eye care provider's office with the large black E at the top. 2.A slit lamp examination, in which your provider will shine a slit-shaped beam of light into your eye to see the different layers at the front of the eye. An ophthalmoscope examination, in which your provider uses a handheld instrument that allows him to see into the back of the eye.3.If a cataract is very dense, your eye care provider may need to perform other tests as well.
For a safe and speedy cataract surgery recovery, follow these tips: Don't drive on the first day. Don't do any heavy lifting or strenuous activity for a few weeks. Immediately after the procedure, avoid bending over, to prevent putting extra pressure on your eye.
Before you leave the day surgery, you will be prescribed eye drops or other medication to prevent infection, reduce inflammation and control eye pressure. You will need to have a family member or friend with you to take you home. Once you get home, it is recommended that you rest your eyes and nap.
Several hours post surgery, most people are able to watch some television or look at a computer screen for a short period of time. Because cataract surgery is only performed on one eye at a time, you may notice an imbalance in your vision until the second eye is operated on (from 1–4 weeks later).