COA Newest Practice Test 2 with 600 Correctly Answered
Questions / Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Exam 2026 Prep Test
Bank (A review of 600 Correctly Answered Exam Questions)
Name the three types of ophthalmic preparations placed directly in the eye. -
ANSWER-Solutions, suspensions, ointments
What is the main disadvantage of using an ophthalmic solution? - ANSWER-The
duration of contact with the eye is short, therefore it requires frequent instillation
What is the disadvantage of using an ophthalmic ointment? - ANSWER-The
ointment reduces vision by creating a greasy film over the surface of the cornea,
and is best used at bedtime.
Which of the following is NOT part of the uvea?
a - choroid
b - iris
c - retina
d - ciliary body - ANSWER-c
Which of the following should always be prescribed safety glasses?
a - children and adults
b - postoperative care patients
c - health care workers
d - children and monocular patients - ANSWER-d
1
,The thinnest allowable width for a general wear, impact resistant glass safety lens
is:
a - 1.5 mm
b - 2.2 mm
c - 3.0 mm
d - 3.7 mm - ANSWER-b
Which of the following is most commonly used in the treatment of retinal disease
caused by hypertension?
a - topical medication
b - periodic injections
c - conventional surgery
d - laser surgery - ANSWER-d
The main ocular concern in a patient with cancer is:
a - accelerated presbyopia
b - decreased blood supply to the eye
c - spread of cancer to the eyes tissues
d - decreased nerve response - ANSWER-c
Atherosclerosis is characterized by fatty deposits along the walls of the:
a - arteries
b - veins
c - capillaries
d - atrium - ANSWER-a
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,Your physician has told the patient that she has a subconjunctival hemorrhage
(SCH) and has left you to educate the patient. You should:
a - warm her they she may have a retinal detachment
b - tell her to leave the pressure patch on for 24 hours
c - reassure her that it will dissipate in 1 to 3 weeks
d - impress her with the serious nature of the situation - ANSWER-c
The standard spectacle lens material used for safety in streetwear is:
a - impact-resistant glass
b - heat-treated glass
c - polycarbonate
d - aspheric - ANSWER-c
Your patient complains that he cannot see anything. To his left. Which of the
following tests might help in documenting the problem?
a. - Amsler grid
b - cover testing
c - automated visual field
d - visual acuity - ANSWER-c
Your patient sees 20/20, yes complains of "not being able to see." Which of the
following tests might help in documenting the problem?
a - pinhole test
b - tonometry
c - color vision test
d - contrast sensitivity - ANSWER-d
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, A test done to test how much of. Vision loss is due to cataracts and how much to
retinal disease is:
a - glare testing
b - brightness acuity testing
c - potential acuity testing
d - OCT - ANSWER-c
Gross evaluation of the patient's peripheral vision can be accomplished with ____
visual field testing. - ANSWER-Confrontation
The ____ visual field test compares the boundaries of the patient's visual field with
that of the examiner. - ANSWER-Confrontation
The Amsler grid test determines the presence and location of defects in the ____
portion of the visual field. - ANSWER-Central
During Amsler grid testing the patient should be instructed to view the grid
through his or her ____ correction. - ANSWER-Near
Checking the calibration of the Goldmann applanation tomometer is performed
with a ____. - ANSWER-Balance or calibration rod
The Goldmann applanation to tonometer prism is best cleaned between patients
with ____. - ANSWER-Hydrogen peroxide soaks or 1:10 bleach solution
Which dye solution is used when performing Goldmann applanation? -
ANSWER-Fluorescein dye
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Questions / Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Exam 2026 Prep Test
Bank (A review of 600 Correctly Answered Exam Questions)
Name the three types of ophthalmic preparations placed directly in the eye. -
ANSWER-Solutions, suspensions, ointments
What is the main disadvantage of using an ophthalmic solution? - ANSWER-The
duration of contact with the eye is short, therefore it requires frequent instillation
What is the disadvantage of using an ophthalmic ointment? - ANSWER-The
ointment reduces vision by creating a greasy film over the surface of the cornea,
and is best used at bedtime.
Which of the following is NOT part of the uvea?
a - choroid
b - iris
c - retina
d - ciliary body - ANSWER-c
Which of the following should always be prescribed safety glasses?
a - children and adults
b - postoperative care patients
c - health care workers
d - children and monocular patients - ANSWER-d
1
,The thinnest allowable width for a general wear, impact resistant glass safety lens
is:
a - 1.5 mm
b - 2.2 mm
c - 3.0 mm
d - 3.7 mm - ANSWER-b
Which of the following is most commonly used in the treatment of retinal disease
caused by hypertension?
a - topical medication
b - periodic injections
c - conventional surgery
d - laser surgery - ANSWER-d
The main ocular concern in a patient with cancer is:
a - accelerated presbyopia
b - decreased blood supply to the eye
c - spread of cancer to the eyes tissues
d - decreased nerve response - ANSWER-c
Atherosclerosis is characterized by fatty deposits along the walls of the:
a - arteries
b - veins
c - capillaries
d - atrium - ANSWER-a
2
,Your physician has told the patient that she has a subconjunctival hemorrhage
(SCH) and has left you to educate the patient. You should:
a - warm her they she may have a retinal detachment
b - tell her to leave the pressure patch on for 24 hours
c - reassure her that it will dissipate in 1 to 3 weeks
d - impress her with the serious nature of the situation - ANSWER-c
The standard spectacle lens material used for safety in streetwear is:
a - impact-resistant glass
b - heat-treated glass
c - polycarbonate
d - aspheric - ANSWER-c
Your patient complains that he cannot see anything. To his left. Which of the
following tests might help in documenting the problem?
a. - Amsler grid
b - cover testing
c - automated visual field
d - visual acuity - ANSWER-c
Your patient sees 20/20, yes complains of "not being able to see." Which of the
following tests might help in documenting the problem?
a - pinhole test
b - tonometry
c - color vision test
d - contrast sensitivity - ANSWER-d
3
, A test done to test how much of. Vision loss is due to cataracts and how much to
retinal disease is:
a - glare testing
b - brightness acuity testing
c - potential acuity testing
d - OCT - ANSWER-c
Gross evaluation of the patient's peripheral vision can be accomplished with ____
visual field testing. - ANSWER-Confrontation
The ____ visual field test compares the boundaries of the patient's visual field with
that of the examiner. - ANSWER-Confrontation
The Amsler grid test determines the presence and location of defects in the ____
portion of the visual field. - ANSWER-Central
During Amsler grid testing the patient should be instructed to view the grid
through his or her ____ correction. - ANSWER-Near
Checking the calibration of the Goldmann applanation tomometer is performed
with a ____. - ANSWER-Balance or calibration rod
The Goldmann applanation to tonometer prism is best cleaned between patients
with ____. - ANSWER-Hydrogen peroxide soaks or 1:10 bleach solution
Which dye solution is used when performing Goldmann applanation? -
ANSWER-Fluorescein dye
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