Answers
(01) (627) To remove a soft contact lens (SCL), the patient should Correct Ans-pinch the
lens between the thumb and index finger to pull the lens away from the sclera.
(02) (628) This type of agent is in the rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lens (CL) soaking
or storing solution that disinfects them. Correct Ans-Antimicrobial.
(03) (628) Enzymatic cleaning of contact lenses (CL) removes Correct Ans-proteins.
(04) (628) The platinum disc of the AOSept® disinfecting system neutralizes this.
Correct Ans-Hydrogen peroxide
(05) (629) It is good practice to mark your fitting lens vials so that you will know
Correct Ans-which lens is the right lens.
(06) (630) This organization or person is responsible for purchasing contacts for the medical
contact lens (CL) program. Correct Ans-Optometry clinic.
(07) (631) Pilots, navigators, and weapons systems officers are considered? Correct Ans-
Rated aircrew
, (08) (631) Loadmasters, flight engineers, aerial gunners and bombers, flight nurses, and
pararescue personnel fall into which category? Correct Ans-Nonrated aircrew.
(09) (631) This office is ultimately responsible for the healthcare of aircrew personnel.
Correct Ans-Flight surgeons office.
(10) (631) If seen for a medical appointment by an outside agency (military or civilian),
which organization should aircrew members notify so the medical entry for that
appointment can be reviewed? Correct Ans-Flight medicine.
(11) (632) Which Flying Class (FC) category/categories are required to adhere to all
Aircrew Soft Contact Lens Program (ASCLP) requirements, regardless of whether they
wear their contacts on or off duty? Correct Ans-FC I/IA.
(12) (632) Which condition is not a risk associated with contact lens (CL) wear? Correct
Ans-Cataract.
(13) (632) Which must a member participating in the Aircrew Soft Contact Lens Program
(ASCLP) have accessible when flying with contacts? Correct Ans-Backup pair of
glasses.
(14) (633) Which organization is responsible for the administration of the Aircrew Soft
Contact Lens Program (ASCLP)? Correct Ans-Flight medicine.