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What is a common consequence of non-compliance with wearing daily wear (DW) disposable contact lenses?
What is a common consequence of non-compliance with wearing daily wear (DW) disposable contact lenses?
- Improved vision
- Excellent lens comfort
- End-of-day dryness
- Increased red eye events (correct)
Why should hydrogel lenses not be approved for extended wear (EW) according to the text?
Why should hydrogel lenses not be approved for extended wear (EW) according to the text?
- They offer excellent immediate comfort
- They do not provide enough oxygen for overnight wear (correct)
- They are more cost-effective
- They reduce exposure to preserved solution
What is one of the benefits associated with SiHY (silicone hydrogel) soft contact lenses from a patient's perspective?
What is one of the benefits associated with SiHY (silicone hydrogel) soft contact lenses from a patient's perspective?
- End-of-day dryness
- Immediate lens comfort (correct)
- Improved biocompatibility
- Increased red eye events
Why can more frequent lens replacement not completely address red eye events in daily wearers according to the text?
Why can more frequent lens replacement not completely address red eye events in daily wearers according to the text?
What is one of the main drawbacks of hydrogel lenses for extended wear highlighted in the text?
What is one of the main drawbacks of hydrogel lenses for extended wear highlighted in the text?
What is the possible consequence of noncompliance with extended wear (EW) and continuous wear (CW) of hydrogel contact lenses?
What is the possible consequence of noncompliance with extended wear (EW) and continuous wear (CW) of hydrogel contact lenses?
Why was the approval of disposable Soft Contact Lenses (SCL) in 1987 seen as a significant advancement?
Why was the approval of disposable Soft Contact Lenses (SCL) in 1987 seen as a significant advancement?
What is a potential complication faced by patients who have more than -6.00 correction post refractive surgery?
What is a potential complication faced by patients who have more than -6.00 correction post refractive surgery?
What was one of the motivations behind the development of disposable Soft Contact Lenses (SCL) in 1987?
What was one of the motivations behind the development of disposable Soft Contact Lenses (SCL) in 1987?
What is a potential consequence of post-surgical flap displacement problems?
What is a potential consequence of post-surgical flap displacement problems?
What is the potential consequence of not complying with the recommended temporary D/C lens wear during treatment?
What is the potential consequence of not complying with the recommended temporary D/C lens wear during treatment?
In the given scenario, why might a change in base curve (BC) be recommended to improve lens movement?
In the given scenario, why might a change in base curve (BC) be recommended to improve lens movement?
What is the purpose of advising a patient about potential refitting into GP lenses if vessels extend 3mm into the cornea?
What is the purpose of advising a patient about potential refitting into GP lenses if vessels extend 3mm into the cornea?
What role do lubricants play in managing the condition described in the text?
What role do lubricants play in managing the condition described in the text?
How does wearing high DK lenses on a disposable basis affect lens fit when compared to previous lenses?
How does wearing high DK lenses on a disposable basis affect lens fit when compared to previous lenses?
What is the main concern related to using soft contact lenses with higher water content?
What is the main concern related to using soft contact lenses with higher water content?
Why is it recommended to get lenses with 30-40% water content instead of those with mid 50% water content?
Why is it recommended to get lenses with 30-40% water content instead of those with mid 50% water content?
What is the primary goal behind using silicone hydrogel contact lenses?
What is the primary goal behind using silicone hydrogel contact lenses?
Why are hydrogel lenses preferred when patient comfort is a priority?
Why are hydrogel lenses preferred when patient comfort is a priority?
How does frequent lens replacement contribute to reducing complications in contact lens wearers?
How does frequent lens replacement contribute to reducing complications in contact lens wearers?
What is a possible consequence of a SiHy lens tightening up and having no movement on the eye?
What is a possible consequence of a SiHy lens tightening up and having no movement on the eye?
Why is it important to document the number of infiltrates in the eye?
Why is it important to document the number of infiltrates in the eye?
In the context of soft contact lens wear, what is a common consequence of corneal hypoxia?
In the context of soft contact lens wear, what is a common consequence of corneal hypoxia?
What is the main reason why significant and serious adverse events are treated promptly in contact lens wearers?
What is the main reason why significant and serious adverse events are treated promptly in contact lens wearers?
What is a potential consequence of chronic hypoxia in the cornea?
What is a potential consequence of chronic hypoxia in the cornea?
What is the purpose of the Post lens tera film exchange mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the Post lens tera film exchange mentioned in the text?
In terms of oxygen transmission, why is it important for lenses to have a sufficient exchange rate per blink?
In terms of oxygen transmission, why is it important for lenses to have a sufficient exchange rate per blink?
What did the 'Adverse Event Panel of International Society of Contact Lens Research' create a definition for?
What did the 'Adverse Event Panel of International Society of Contact Lens Research' create a definition for?
What is the significance of the three categories of adverse events mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the three categories of adverse events mentioned in the text?
What does the text suggest about the adverse effects of SiHY lenses compared to hydrogel lenses?
What does the text suggest about the adverse effects of SiHY lenses compared to hydrogel lenses?
What is the most likely reason for the increased tearing, discomfort, and redness when the patient took the contact lenses off?
What is the most likely reason for the increased tearing, discomfort, and redness when the patient took the contact lenses off?
Based on the text, what could have contributed to the patient's constant mild tearing and bulbar injection?
Based on the text, what could have contributed to the patient's constant mild tearing and bulbar injection?
What was one of the symptoms experienced by the patient that was worse when the lenses were off?
What was one of the symptoms experienced by the patient that was worse when the lenses were off?
Why did the blood flow back up and become congested beyond the lens?
Why did the blood flow back up and become congested beyond the lens?
What was one of the problems associated with shifting from daily wear to extended wear for this patient?
What was one of the problems associated with shifting from daily wear to extended wear for this patient?
What change in lens schedule could have potentially reduced the patient's symptoms of tearing and redness?
What change in lens schedule could have potentially reduced the patient's symptoms of tearing and redness?
What factor may have contributed to the discomfort experienced by the patient when the lenses were off?
What factor may have contributed to the discomfort experienced by the patient when the lenses were off?
Why was there more discomfort with lenses off for this patient?
Why was there more discomfort with lenses off for this patient?
"When she took off the cl, she had increased tearing and her eyes were more uncomfortable." What could be a reason for this increased discomfort?
"When she took off the cl, she had increased tearing and her eyes were more uncomfortable." What could be a reason for this increased discomfort?
