Question 1

A(n) ________ is an electronic device that measures hearing acuity by producing sounds in specific frequencies and intensities.

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Question 2

Which of the following are common refractive disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)   Retinal detachment and macular degeneration
B)   Cataracts, glaucoma, and iritis
C)   Ptosis, sty, and corneal ulcer
D)   Myopia and hyperopia
E)   Blepharitis and conjunctivitisF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 3

In which disorder do misaligned or unbalanced eye muscles cause the eyes to appear to be looking in two different directions?

Accepted Answer

A)   Amblyopia
B)   Presbyopia
C)   Iritis
D)   Astigmatism
E)   StrabismusF) B) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 4

Which eye disorder can result from either an injury or infection and is treated with an antibiotic and the use of an eye patch?

Accepted Answer

A)   Conjunctivitis
B)   Blepharitis
C)   Corneal ulcer
D)   Hyperopia
E)   GlaucomaF) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

The number of complete waves of energy that pass a specific point in one second is _______.

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The answer of The number of complete waves of energy...

Question 6

An overgrowth of bone tissue in the ear that prevents the stapes from transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An overgrowth of bone tissue in the...

Question 7

Testing for which of the following can detect cataracts or problems of the retina even before the sharpness of the patient's vision is impaired?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hyperopia
B)   Myopia
C)   Presbyopia
D)   Color blindness
E)   Contrast sensitivityF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 8

When the cornea or lens has an abnormal shape, causing blurred images in near or distant vision, the condition is called ________.

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The answer of When the cornea or lens has an...

Question 9

The most common type of uveitis, an inflammation of the uveal track, is known as ______ uveitis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The most common type of uveitis, an...

Question 10

A(n) ________ is a medical doctor who specializes in medical and surgical eye problems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ is a medical doctor who...

Question 11

The medical term for drooping of the upper eyelid is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The medical term for drooping of the...

Question 12

The medical assistant must avoid touching a medicine dropper or ointment tube tip to the eye because doing so can cause infection, injure the eye, or _______ the medication.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The medical assistant must avoid touching a...

Question 13

The Jaeger chart is used to test for ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   hyperopia
B)   myopia
C)   color blindness
D)   contrast sensitivity
E)   amblyopiaF) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 14

Cloudy, opaque areas on the lens that prevent light from going through the lens are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   ptosis
B)   glaucoma
C)   cataracts
D)   astigmatism
E)   strabismusF) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 15

The medical assistant in the figure is shining the ________ light beam on her hand to check the strength of the beam.

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The answer of The medical assistant in the figure is...

Question 16

A common disorder of the inner ear that is caused by increased fluid in the labyrinth and produces symptoms of vertigo and tinnitus is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   otitis externa
B)   pruritus
C)   mastoiditis
D)   Ménière's disease
E)   labyrinthitisF) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

Another name for anterior uveitis is ________.

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The answer of Another name for anterior uveitis is ________....

Question 18

The common term for an external hordeolum is ________.

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Question 19

Which of the following actions helps prevent systemic absorption of a topical medication used in the eye?

Accepted Answer

A)   Applying pressure just below the inner corner of the eye
B)   Tilting the head toward the opposite eye
C)   Irrigating the eye after applying the medication
D)   Asking the patient to blink rapidly after applying the medication
E)   Keeping the eye open (without blinking)  for 15 secondsF) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 20

Which of the following instructions is accurate when performing a visual acuity test using the Snellen letter chart?

Accepted Answer

A)   Close the eye not being tested
B)   Stand with heels at the 20-foot mark
C)   Start reading the chart at the 40-foot line
D)   Stand with toes at the 20-foot mark
E)   Hold the chart at arm's lengthF) A) and C)
G) D) and E)

Exam 43: Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

A(n) ________ is an electronic device that measures hearing acuity by producing sounds in specific frequencies and intensities.

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Cloudy, opaque areas on the lens that prevent light from going through the lens are ____.

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The Jaeger chart is used to test for ____.

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The number of complete waves of energy that pass a specific point in one second is _______.

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In which disorder do misaligned or unbalanced eye muscles cause the eyes to appear to be looking in two different directions?

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Testing for which of the following can detect cataracts or problems of the retina even before the sharpness of the patient's vision is impaired?

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The medical term for drooping of the upper eyelid is ________.

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The medical assistant in the figure is shining the ________ light beam on her hand to check the strength of the beam.

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An overgrowth of bone tissue in the ear that prevents the stapes from transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear is ________.

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Which of the following instructions is accurate when performing a visual acuity test using the Snellen letter chart?

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The most common type of uveitis, an inflammation of the uveal track, is known as ______ uveitis.

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The medical assistant must avoid touching a medicine dropper or ointment tube tip to the eye because doing so can cause infection, injure the eye, or _______ the medication.

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Which of the following actions helps prevent systemic absorption of a topical medication used in the eye?

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Which eye disorder can result from either an injury or infection and is treated with an antibiotic and the use of an eye patch?

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Another name for anterior uveitis is ________.

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Which of the following are common refractive disorders?

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When the cornea or lens has an abnormal shape, causing blurred images in near or distant vision, the condition is called ________.

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The common term for an external hordeolum is ________.

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A(n) ________ is a medical doctor who specializes in medical and surgical eye problems.

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A common disorder of the inner ear that is caused by increased fluid in the labyrinth and produces symptoms of vertigo and tinnitus is ____.

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