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Dacryocystitis is inflammation of the ______ sac
Dacryocystitis is inflammation of the ______ sac
lacrimal
Hordeolum is also known as a ______
Hordeolum is also known as a ______
stye
Anisocoria is characterized by unequal ______
Anisocoria is characterized by unequal ______
pupils
Jaundice is a possible sign in eye examination indicating ______
Jaundice is a possible sign in eye examination indicating ______
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The Corneal Reflex test is also known as the ______ test
The Corneal Reflex test is also known as the ______ test
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The Rosenbaum Chart is used to assess ______ vision
The Rosenbaum Chart is used to assess ______ vision
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Oftener eye assessment is needed if the patient has DM, HPN, or eye disease, typically every __ years if over 40 years old.
Oftener eye assessment is needed if the patient has DM, HPN, or eye disease, typically every __ years if over 40 years old.
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Pupils normally range from __ to __ mm in size.
Pupils normally range from __ to __ mm in size.
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Mydriasis is characterized by pupillary __.
Mydriasis is characterized by pupillary __.
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Entropion is the eversion of the eyelid, often associated with CN VII __.
Entropion is the eversion of the eyelid, often associated with CN VII __.
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Ptosis is when the upper eyelid __ over the eye, potentially limiting or blocking vision.
Ptosis is when the upper eyelid __ over the eye, potentially limiting or blocking vision.
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Exophthalmos is the protrusion of one or both eyes anteriorly due to an increase in orbital contents, commonly seen in thyroid-associated __ disease.
Exophthalmos is the protrusion of one or both eyes anteriorly due to an increase in orbital contents, commonly seen in thyroid-associated __ disease.
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Snellen’s 20 ft from a Snellen or character chart cover the eye not being tested, and identify the letters or characters on the chart. Take three readings: right eye, left eye, both eyes. The smallest line from which the person is able to read onehalf or more of the letters is a test for _____________.
Snellen’s 20 ft from a Snellen or character chart cover the eye not being tested, and identify the letters or characters on the chart. Take three readings: right eye, left eye, both eyes. The smallest line from which the person is able to read onehalf or more of the letters is a test for _____________.
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Most Common Conditions of the EYE 1. _____________ (nearsightedness) 2. _____________ (farsightedness) 3. _____________ (loss of elasticity of the lens and thus loss of ability to see close objects). Presbyopia begins at about 45 years of age.
Most Common Conditions of the EYE 1. _____________ (nearsightedness) 2. _____________ (farsightedness) 3. _____________ (loss of elasticity of the lens and thus loss of ability to see close objects). Presbyopia begins at about 45 years of age.
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_____________, an uneven curvature of the cornea that prevents horizontal and vertical rays from focusing on the retina, is a common problem that may occur in conjunction with myopia and hyperopia. Astigmatism may be corrected with glasses or surgery.
_____________, an uneven curvature of the cornea that prevents horizontal and vertical rays from focusing on the retina, is a common problem that may occur in conjunction with myopia and hyperopia. Astigmatism may be corrected with glasses or surgery.
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Cataracts tend to occur in individuals over 65 years old, although they may be present at any age. This opacity of the lens or its capsule, which blocks light rays, is frequently removed and replaced by a lens implant. Cataracts may also occur in infants due to a malformation of the lens if the mother contracted rubella in the first trimester of pregnancy. Cataracts is an opacity of the _________.
Cataracts tend to occur in individuals over 65 years old, although they may be present at any age. This opacity of the lens or its capsule, which blocks light rays, is frequently removed and replaced by a lens implant. Cataracts may also occur in infants due to a malformation of the lens if the mother contracted rubella in the first trimester of pregnancy. Cataracts is an opacity of the _________.
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___________ (a disturbance in the circulation of aqueous fluid, which causes an increase in intraocular pressure) is the most frequent cause of blindness in people over age 40, although it can occur at younger ages. It can be controlled if diagnosed early.
___________ (a disturbance in the circulation of aqueous fluid, which causes an increase in intraocular pressure) is the most frequent cause of blindness in people over age 40, although it can occur at younger ages. It can be controlled if diagnosed early.
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Danger signs of ______ include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights. Tests for CN 346 Pupil Reaction to Light Darken room and ask patient to look straight. Check both pupils for direct and consensual light reaction. Both illuminated and non-illuminated pupils must react. Accommodation Hold an object 4 inches from the bridge of the client’s nose. Ask the client to look at the near object and then move the penlight or pencil toward the client’s nose. Cardinal Fields of Gaze 6 areas Assessment for the extra-ocular movements of the eyes. Check for presence of nystagmus or jerking of the eyes. Test for CN II Test is for vision STEPS 1. Patient Covers right eye while the nurse covers her eyes opposite to the patient 2. Hold an object with extended arms 3. move the object into the visual field from various points in the periphery. The object should be at an equal distance from the client and yourself. Ask the client to tell you when the moving object is first spotted.
Danger signs of ______ include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights. Tests for CN 346 Pupil Reaction to Light Darken room and ask patient to look straight. Check both pupils for direct and consensual light reaction. Both illuminated and non-illuminated pupils must react. Accommodation Hold an object 4 inches from the bridge of the client’s nose. Ask the client to look at the near object and then move the penlight or pencil toward the client’s nose. Cardinal Fields of Gaze 6 areas Assessment for the extra-ocular movements of the eyes. Check for presence of nystagmus or jerking of the eyes. Test for CN II Test is for vision STEPS 1. Patient Covers right eye while the nurse covers her eyes opposite to the patient 2. Hold an object with extended arms 3. move the object into the visual field from various points in the periphery. The object should be at an equal distance from the client and yourself. Ask the client to tell you when the moving object is first spotted.
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____ signs of glaucoma include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights.
____ signs of glaucoma include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights.
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Danger signs of ______ include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights.
Danger signs of ______ include blurred or foggy vision, loss of peripheral vision, difficulty focusing on close objects, difficulty adjusting to dark rooms, and seeing rainbow-colored rings around lights.
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Tests for CN 346 Pupil Reaction to Light Darken room and ask patient to look ______.
Tests for CN 346 Pupil Reaction to Light Darken room and ask patient to look ______.
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Accommodation Hold an object 4 inches from the bridge of the client’s nose. Ask the client to look at the near object and then move the penlight or pencil toward the client’s ______.
Accommodation Hold an object 4 inches from the bridge of the client’s nose. Ask the client to look at the near object and then move the penlight or pencil toward the client’s ______.
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Cardinal Fields of Gaze 6 areas Assessment for the extra-ocular movements of the eyes. Check for presence of nystagmus or ______ of the eyes.
Cardinal Fields of Gaze 6 areas Assessment for the extra-ocular movements of the eyes. Check for presence of nystagmus or ______ of the eyes.
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