Cataracts Medical Management Quiz

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What is the normal range for intraocular pressure (IOP)?

  • 5-15 mm Hg
  • 25-30 mm Hg
  • 10-21 mm Hg (correct)
  • 30-35 mm Hg

Which of the following is a risk factor for glaucoma?

  • Young age
  • Family history of glaucoma (correct)
  • Regular exercise
  • Excessive alcohol consumption

which of the following is NOT the distinguishing feature of narrow-angle glaucoma?

  • Milky opaque lens (correct)
  • Peripheral iris shift to the trabecula
  • Closed anterior chamber angle
  • Aqueous humor outflow obstruction

Which type of glaucoma presents with an open and normal-appearing anterior chamber angle?

<p>Wide-angle glaucoma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ocular condition causes damage to the optic nerve due to elevated IOP if left untreated?

<p>Glaucoma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of medical management in cataracts?

<p>Prevention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of pharmacologic therapy, which factor is associated with an increased risk of cataracts?

<p><strong>Long-term</strong> corticosteroid use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of all glaucoma treatment?

<p>Prevention of optic nerve damage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do cholinergics (miotics) contribute to the treatment of glaucoma?

<p>By increasing outflow of aqueous humor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is lifelong therapy necessary for patients with glaucoma?

<p>Because glaucoma cannot be cured (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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