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What is the ratio used to measure the ability to track a moving target in smooth pursuit?
Velocity gain: ratio of target speed and eye speed
In saccades, what does 'velocity' refer to?
How fast eyes move to reach target
Which type of nystagmus indicates a central abnormality in gaze holding?
Vertical nystagmus
What type of BPPV involves short bursts in the vertical canals?
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What is the primary purpose of optokinetic testing?
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What is the effect of age on the velocity gain in smooth pursuit?
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What effect does vision denial have on nystagmus during VOR testing?
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What type of nystagmus is indicative of a central abnormality in gaze holding?
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What factor affects the latency in saccades?
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What is the primary purpose of optokinetic testing?
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