CL Quiz 1A
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CL Quiz 1A

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What is the effect of sleeping with contact lenses (CL) at night, according to the text?

  • Reduced lack of oxygen and less swelling
  • No change in oxygen levels or swelling
  • Improved vision and reduced redness
  • Increased lack of oxygen and more swelling (correct)
  • Why are high spectacle prescriptions challenging to fit with lenses?

  • They result in dry eyes at the end of the day
  • They cannot correct distorted retinal images
  • They are incompatible with contact lenses
  • They cause excessive magnification or minification (correct)
  • What is the FDA classification of contact lenses (CL), as mentioned in the text?

  • Class 2 (correct)
  • Class 1
  • Class 4
  • Class 3
  • Why should contact lenses not be exposed to tap water or lake water?

    <p>To avoid introducing germs to the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a pupil diameter smaller than the contact lens (CL) size lead to, especially in dim light?

    <p>Blur at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a wet eye based on tear breakup time (TBUT)?

    <p>Greater than 13 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average assumed vertex distance for corneal curvature?

    <p>11-12 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition makes a patient unsuitable for cosmetic contact lenses?

    <p>Extreme dry eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does pregnancy affect corneal sensitivity and contact lens wearing?

    <p>Increases corneal sensitivity and discomfort with prior CL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of disease causes incomplete closure of the lids and contributes to dryness in the eye?

    <p>~Thyroid disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of taking anti-histamines while wearing contact lenses?

    <p>To dry out mucus production and may cause dry eyes with CL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are cosmetic lenses not recommended for patients with recurrent epithelial basement layer disruption?

    <p>Result in microvilli loss and worsen dryness symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of contact lenses compared to spectacles?

    <p>Improved peripheral vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why wouldn't a patient with severe dry eye be a good candidate for contact lenses?

    <p>The benefits do not outweigh the risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate recommendation for minimizing the risk of wearing contact lenses?

    <p>Educating patients on appropriate contact lens care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is not everyone a candidate for LASIK surgery?

    <p>Potential for recurrent corneal erosions post-surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of wearing daily disposable contact lenses?

    <p>Enhanced comfort throughout the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to replace the contact lens case every 3 months?

    <p>To minimize the risk of contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of sleeping with contact lenses in terms of oxygen delivery to the eye?

    <p>Reduced oxygen delivery to the cornea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to assess ocular tissue when considering a patient for contact lens use?

    <p>To evaluate if the patient is a good candidate for contact lenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wear involves wearing contact lenses for 30 consecutive days?

    <p>Continuous wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What wear schedule is recommended for the healthiest option to minimize exposure to debris from previous days?

    <p>Dailies wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What risk factor is associated with abusing contact lenses by not replacing them regularly?

    <p>Increased risk of inflammation and infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can soft contact lenses induce if worn for extended periods?

    <p>Increased risk of corneal swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of sleeping with contact lenses at night, according to the text?

    <p>Decreased oxygen delivery to the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of wearing silicone hydrogel contact lenses?

    <p>Higher oxygen permeability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are patients with extreme dry eye not suitable candidates for cosmetic contact lenses?

    <p>Symptoms worsen with cosmetic lens wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does pregnancy affect contact lens wearing?

    <p>Uncomfortable wearing of prior lenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should contact lenses not be exposed to tap water or lake water?

    <p>Potential introduction of germs to the eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of taking anti-histamines while wearing contact lenses?

    <p>Reduced mucus production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of condition can prevent patients from being suitable for cosmetic contact lenses?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason a patient might choose to wear contact lenses for cosmetic purposes, despite the associated risks?

    <p>To have a wider visual field compared to wearing spectacles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a patient with severe dry eye not be a good candidate for contact lenses?

    <p>The patient might be at a higher risk of ocular surface complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended wear schedule for minimizing exposure to debris from previous days when wearing contact lenses?

    <p>Dailies wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to replace the contact lens case every 3 months?

    <p>To reduce the risk of contamination from the outside and spread to the contact lenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of sleeping with contact lenses in terms of oxygen delivery to the eye?

    <p>Reduction in oxygen delivery, leading to corneal swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wear schedule involves wearing contact lenses for 6-7 consecutive days before taking them off?

    <p>Extended wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of abusing contact lenses by not replacing them regularly?

    <p>Putting the ocular surface at risk and increasing the chance of ocular complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reason some patients might be unsuitable candidates for LASIK surgery?

    <p>Risk of recurrent corneal erosions post surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a dry eye based on tear breakup time (TBUT)?

    <p>Having a TBUT of less than 9 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of disease causes incomplete closure of the lids and contributes to dryness in the eye?

    <p>Thyroid Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential effect of wearing soft contact lenses for extended periods?

    <p>The patient may not notice corneal swelling due to reduced oxygen delivery at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

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