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What are some adverse effects associated with prolonged glucocorticoid therapy on the eye?
What are some adverse effects associated with prolonged glucocorticoid therapy on the eye?
- Increased risk of viral infections
- Increased risk for bacterial infections
- Reduced visual acuity (correct)
- Decreased risk of cataracts
Why is it important to consult an ophthalmologist before prescribing glucocorticoids for eye disorders?
Why is it important to consult an ophthalmologist before prescribing glucocorticoids for eye disorders?
- To rule out viral or fungal infections (correct)
- To confirm the patient's age
- To determine the patient's weight
- To prescribe antibiotics
Which drugs are used for treating viral infections of the eye?
Which drugs are used for treating viral infections of the eye?
- Fluorescein and intravenous fluorescein
- Trifluridine and ganciclovir (correct)
- Corticosteroids
- Antibacterial drugs
What precaution should patients with eye infections take regarding contact lenses?
What precaution should patients with eye infections take regarding contact lenses?
How do intact areas of the cornea react when fluorescein is applied?
How do intact areas of the cornea react when fluorescein is applied?
What is the primary purpose of intravenous fluorescein in eye examinations?
What is the primary purpose of intravenous fluorescein in eye examinations?
Which severe reactions are rare but possible with systemic administration of fluorescein?
Which severe reactions are rare but possible with systemic administration of fluorescein?
What is the general recommendation regarding anti-infective drugs for treating simple conjunctivitis?
What is the general recommendation regarding anti-infective drugs for treating simple conjunctivitis?
What is the contagious period for bacterial infections of the eye after treatment begins?
What is the contagious period for bacterial infections of the eye after treatment begins?
How long may viral infections of the eye remain contagious even after treatment begins?
How long may viral infections of the eye remain contagious even after treatment begins?
What is the purpose of artificial tears?
What is the purpose of artificial tears?
Which component is commonly found in artificial tears?
Which component is commonly found in artificial tears?
What is the mechanism of action of Restasis?
What is the mechanism of action of Restasis?
What is a possible adverse effect of Restasis?
What is a possible adverse effect of Restasis?
What is the primary purpose of ocular decongestants?
What is the primary purpose of ocular decongestants?
Which adrenergic agonist is commonly used in decongestant products?
Which adrenergic agonist is commonly used in decongestant products?
What adverse effects may occur with overuse of adrenergic agonists?
What adverse effects may occur with overuse of adrenergic agonists?
Why are artificial tears considered safe for administration?
Why are artificial tears considered safe for administration?
Which condition are ocular decongestants primarily used to address?
Which condition are ocular decongestants primarily used to address?
What distinguishes Restasis from ocular decongestants?
What distinguishes Restasis from ocular decongestants?
