Questions and Answers
What does PERRLA stand for?
Pupil size should always be equal.
False
What is the direct response in an eye examination?
Eye being examined
What does the consensual response refer to?
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When checking for accommodation, pupils dilate for ___ gaze and constrict for ___ gaze.
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What is involved in checking for accommodation?
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Study Notes
PERRLA Overview
- PERRLA is an acronym representing a series of assessments for pupil reaction:
- P - Pupils
- E - Equal
- R - Round
- R - Reactive
- L - Light
- A - Accommodation
Pupil Size
- Pupils should ideally be equal in size, which is a standard indicator of health.
- Inequality in pupil size may occur in elderly patients and newborns but may not indicate underlying health issues.
Direct Response
- Refers to the reaction of the eye being examined in response to light stimuli.
Consensual Response
- Describes the reaction of the opposite eye when light is shone in one eye, showcasing a normal reflexive connection between both eyes.
Checking for Accommodation
- Pupils’ behavior indicates their ability to focus:
- Dilation occurs when focusing on distant objects.
- Constriction occurs when focusing on nearby objects.
- To test, instruct a patient to follow a finger through six cardinal fields of vision, observing pupil adjustments.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on PERRLA, which stands for Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation. This quiz helps reinforce your understanding of pupil reactions and eye examination terminology. Perfect for students in healthcare-related fields.
