7 Questions
Which type of drugs are used for prophylaxis and treatment of inflammation, pain, and other symptoms associated with ocular surgery?
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops
Which drugs are used for controlling intra-ocular pressure and inhibiting new vessel growth?
Anti-VEGF agents
What is the need for optometrists in relation to nutritional supplements?
Optometrists should offer well-informed guidance to their patients based on a robust evidence-base
What organization provides guidelines on the licensed use of the drugs mentioned in the passage?
NICE
Which type of drugs are used for treating inflammation, pain, and other symptoms associated with ocular surgery?
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops
What is the main purpose of using alpha-2 adrenoreceptor agonists?
Controlling intra-ocular pressure
Which type of drugs are used for inhibiting new vessel growth?
Anti-VEGF agents
Study Notes
This passage discusses the various drugs used in ocular peri-operative care, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops, antibiotics, alpha-2 adrenoreceptor agonists, acetylcholine, and anti-VEGF agents. These drugs are used for prophylaxis and treatment of inflammation, pain, and other symptoms associated with ocular surgery, as well as for controlling intra-ocular pressure and inhibiting new vessel growth. The passage also mentions the use of nutritional supplements, but emphasizes the need for a robust evidence-base before optometrists can offer well-informed guidance to their patients. NICE provides guidelines on the licensed use of these drugs.
Test your knowledge of ocular peri-operative care drugs with this quiz! From non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eye drops to anti-VEGF agents, this quiz covers the drugs used for prophylaxis and treatment of symptoms associated with ocular surgery. Learn about controlling intra-ocular pressure and inhibiting new vessel growth, as well as the use of nutritional supplements. Put your knowledge to the test and see how much you know about these essential drugs in ocular care.
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