Optometric Practice (Exam 1)Accurate Questions & Answers

Optometric Practice (Exam 1)Accurate Que Sight - ANSWER A patients ability. Example: visual acuity Vision - ANSWER A patients process. This is learned/developed over time. What is the primary purpose of the visual system? - ANSWER Derivation of meaning and direction of action. In general, optometry is more about ________ while ophthalmology is more focused on ____________. - ANSWER vision; sight Historical origin of Optometry - ANSWER Jewelers --> Spectable Makers --> ODs General area of study for Optometrists? - ANSWER Physical sciences; preventative in nature General area of study for ophthalmologists? - ANSWER biological sciences; "fix it" mentality Historical origins of medical doctors - ANSWER Barbers --> scientists/teachers --> MD/DOs Rights when you receive your doctorate of Optometry? - ANSWER Sit for licensure exams, use the title "doctor" Privileges when you receive your doctorate of Optometry? - ANSWER Participate in patient's health care. When can you be called an optometrist? - ANSWER Once you get your license (pass boards) When did optometry technically begin? - ANSWER 100 years ago when the first licensure laws were passed. When did optometry theoretically begin? - ANSWER 13th century What year did optometry first appear on the American scene? - ANSWER 1783 Who started the first optical firm in the USA (Philadelphia) by purchasing the first bushel basket of glasses? - ANSWER John McAllister stions & Answers