Ophthalmology (With complete solution)

A pediatric optometrist works with: correct answers Children Which statement about Ophthalmology is true? correct answers An optometrist may detect diabetes during an eye exam. LASIK is: correct answers A procedure that corrects vision issues in most patients so they no longer need glasses or contact lenses An eye specialist who performs LASIK surgery is an: correct answers Ophthalmologist A _____ is an inflamed swelling on the edge of an eyelid, caused by bacterial infection of the gland at the base of an eyelash. An inflamed swelling on the edge of an eyelid, caused by bacterial infection of the gland at the base of an eyelash. correct answers stye _________ also known as "lazy eye." Decreased vision in one or both eyes without detectable anatomic damage in the eye or visual pathways. Usually uncorrectable by eyeglasses or contact lenses. Also known as "lazy eye." correct answers Amblyopia An optometrist is able to perform surgery on patients when needed. correct answers False By looking at the blood vessels in the eye during an examination, an optometrist can: correct answers Look for symptoms of other diseases such as high blood pressure or diabetes __________ also known as "pink eye" is the inflammation of the conjunctiva. Characterized by discharge, grittiness, redness and swelling. Also known as "pink eye." correct answers Conjunctivitis An optometrist can do all of the following except: correct answers Treat a patient for high blood pressure ______ is eye surgery to correct vision in which a laser reshapes the inner cornea. Eye surgery to correct vision in which a laser reshapes the inner cornea. correct answers LASIK The full extent of the area visible to an eye that is fixating straight ahead is called ________ _________. The full extent of the area visible to an eye that is fixating straight ahead. correct answers visual field