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What is the recommended technique to control lid margins during RGP lens removal?
What is the recommended technique to control lid margins during RGP lens removal?
- Sclera-to-cornea push
- V method
- Pinch method (correct)
- Pull and blink
When inserting an RGP lens, what is the recommended placement location?
When inserting an RGP lens, what is the recommended placement location?
- Pupil
- Iris
- Sclera
- Cornea (correct)
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens movement during blinking?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens movement during blinking?
- To measure lens oxygen permeability
- To check for lens damage
- To assess lens comfort
- To evaluate tear exchange (correct)
What is the recommended technique to help a patient who is screwing up their eyes during RGP lens insertion or removal?
What is the recommended technique to help a patient who is screwing up their eyes during RGP lens insertion or removal?
What is the ideal amount of vertical lens movement during blinking?
What is the ideal amount of vertical lens movement during blinking?
What is the primary purpose of assessing RGP lens centration?
What is the primary purpose of assessing RGP lens centration?
What is the term for the RGP lens riding high or low on the cornea?
What is the term for the RGP lens riding high or low on the cornea?
Why may the RGP lens move excessively during initial fitting?
Why may the RGP lens move excessively during initial fitting?
What is the purpose of assessing RGP lens movement during versions and upgaze?
What is the purpose of assessing RGP lens movement during versions and upgaze?
What is the recommended guidance for RGP lens insertion and removal?
What is the recommended guidance for RGP lens insertion and removal?
What happens to the centre of gravity in a Riding High minus lens?
What happens to the centre of gravity in a Riding High minus lens?
What is the effect of increasing the BOZD on the fit of a lens?
What is the effect of increasing the BOZD on the fit of a lens?
What is the purpose of using a Wratten filter with Fluorescein?
What is the purpose of using a Wratten filter with Fluorescein?
What is the effect of reducing the BOZR on the tear film power?
What is the effect of reducing the BOZR on the tear film power?
What is the ideal edge clearance in a well-fitting lens?
What is the ideal edge clearance in a well-fitting lens?
What is the effect of increasing the Td on the fit of a lens?
What is the effect of increasing the Td on the fit of a lens?
What is the purpose of using Fluorescein in fitting a lens?
What is the purpose of using Fluorescein in fitting a lens?
What is the effect of a Steep lens on the centre of gravity?
What is the effect of a Steep lens on the centre of gravity?
What is the purpose of assessing the BOZD and BOZR in fitting a lens?
What is the purpose of assessing the BOZD and BOZR in fitting a lens?
What is the effect of using a low-riding lens on the lid interaction?
What is the effect of using a low-riding lens on the lid interaction?
What is the primary purpose of assessing the dynamic fit of an RGP lens?
What is the primary purpose of assessing the dynamic fit of an RGP lens?
What is the recommended technique to remove an RGP lens when the 'pinch' method is not effective?
What is the recommended technique to remove an RGP lens when the 'pinch' method is not effective?
What is the significance of lateral movement in an RGP lens during blinking?
What is the significance of lateral movement in an RGP lens during blinking?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's movement on versions and upgaze?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's movement on versions and upgaze?
What is the recommended method to ensure proper placement of an RGP lens during insertion?
What is the recommended method to ensure proper placement of an RGP lens during insertion?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's static fit?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's static fit?
What is the significance of reflex tearing in an RGP lens during initial fitting?
What is the significance of reflex tearing in an RGP lens during initial fitting?
What is the recommended technique to control lid margins during RGP lens removal?
What is the recommended technique to control lid margins during RGP lens removal?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's centration?
What is the purpose of assessing the RGP lens's centration?
What is the significance of a well-centred RGP lens?
What is the significance of a well-centred RGP lens?
What is the effect on the centre of gravity in a Riding Low High plus lens?
What is the effect on the centre of gravity in a Riding Low High plus lens?
What is the purpose of using buffered saline to wet the Fluorescein strip?
What is the purpose of using buffered saline to wet the Fluorescein strip?
What is the effect of increasing the BOZD on the fit of a lens?
What is the effect of increasing the BOZD on the fit of a lens?
What is the recommended approach to assess the centration of the lens?
What is the recommended approach to assess the centration of the lens?
What is the effect of reducing the BOZR by 0.05mm?
What is the effect of reducing the BOZR by 0.05mm?
What is the purpose of using a diffuser when using Fluorescein?
What is the purpose of using a diffuser when using Fluorescein?
What is the effect of a Steep lens on the edge clearance?
What is the effect of a Steep lens on the edge clearance?
What is the recommended approach to achieve a smooth transition for tear exchange?
What is the recommended approach to achieve a smooth transition for tear exchange?
What is the effect of increasing the Td on the fit of a lens?
What is the effect of increasing the Td on the fit of a lens?
What is the purpose of using a Wratten filter with Fluorescein?
What is the purpose of using a Wratten filter with Fluorescein?
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