30 Questions
How should one remove a hard contact lens according to the text?
Press slightly onto the lower lid to slide out the lens
What should be done if one is unable to remove a soft contact lens using the index finger and thumb technique?
Get a contact lens suction cup to remove the lens
What is the purpose of placing each contact lens into separate containers with sterile water after removal?
To label which eye the lens was removed from
Why is it important to know your patients when inserting or removing contact lenses?
To provide personalized care
What should you do when using a soft contact lens tool to insert or remove contact lenses?
Squeeze the wand to help release the contact lens
What action is recommended to remove a soft contact lens according to the text?
Slide the lens down towards the lower lid
What is the recommended liquid to use when performing ear irrigation?
Warm water and hydrogen peroxide
Why is it important to be careful but thorough when irrigating the eye?
To prevent future eye damage or loss of eyesight
What should a patient do if they have a foreign substance in their eye and an emergency eyewash station is available?
Use the emergency eyewash station immediately
What should be done if a patient splashed a chemical into their eye before arriving at the ER or clinic?
Report if they used emergency eye wash and perform immediate flushing with sterile saline or water
What may some examples of foreign bodies in the eye include?
Scrap of metal or jet fuel
Why are most areas on base that deal with fuels or chemicals equipped with an emergency eyewash station?
To provide immediate eye flushing in case of chemical exposure
What is the final stage of healing referred to as?
Maturation phase
Which healing process is also known as primary union?
1st Intention Healing
When would a wound be left open to heal from deep layers to the epidermis?
In 2nd Intention Healing
What is the process of collagen breakdown and synthesis by macrophages called?
Maturation phase
Which healing process may involve delayed wound closure due to repeated debridement?
Secondary closure
What occurs when the initial closure of a wound breaks open and requires resuturing?
Wound dehiscence
What is the purpose of utilizing a woods lamp during fluorescein eye stain?
To illuminate the area of abrasion or ulceration on the cornea
Why should ear irrigations not be performed if there is a chance the tympanic membrane is perforated?
To avoid causing harm or damage to the inner ear structures
What should be done after applying antibiotic ointment during fluorescein eye stain, as directed by the provider?
Apply a patch over the eye
What is a common symptom to look for prior to ear irrigation according to the text?
Reddening of the tissue
Why is it important not to allow patients to wear contacts overnight?
To avoid damaging their cornea
What should be done after applying sterile saline to the fluorescein strip during fluorescein eye stain?
Ask the patient to blink several times
What is the purpose of placing a chux pad and/or towel on the bed during eye irrigation?
To protect the patient's bedding and clothes from getting wet
Why is it important to have the patient look down during eye irrigation?
To prevent irrigation solution from running into the unaffected eye
Before irrigating the patient's eye, why is it necessary to stroke from the inner canthus to the outer edge of the affected eye?
To remove any debris or discharge from the eyelid
What should be the temperature of the fluid used for eye irrigation?
Room temperature
How should the provider position the exam light during eye irrigation?
So that it illuminates the affected eye
Why does the provider ask the patient to tilt their head in the direction of the affected eye during eye irrigation?
To prevent runoff into the unaffected eye
Learn step-by-step instructions on how to safely and properly remove both hard and soft contact lenses. This quiz covers techniques like pulling the eyelids, pressing slightly, and storing the lenses in separate containers for each eye.
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