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Chapter 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear: Prevention Flashcards

1
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What is the prevention of Presbyopia

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cannot be prevented

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What is the prevention of Nystagmus

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no prevention is known

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What is the prevention of Strabismus

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no prevention is known

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What is the prevention of Hordeolum (Stye)

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hygiene and warm compresses can prevent recurrence

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5
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What is the prevention of Chalazion

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hygiene and warm compresses can prevent recurrence

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What is the prevention of Keratitis

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recommended instructions for contact lens wear and care; avoding hand to eye contract from meds, makeup, etc.

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What is the prevention of Blepharitis

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prudent to protect the eyes from infection by adhering to proper hygiene

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What is the prevention of Entropion

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no prevention is known

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What is the prevention of Ectropion

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no prevention is known

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10
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What is the prevention of Blepharoptosis

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no prevention is known

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What is the prevention of Conjunctivitis

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cause is irritatns or allergens, avoiding the agents results in resolution

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What is the prevention of Corneal Abrasion or Ulcer

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wearing protective eyewear while working in hazardous situations or when engaging in sports

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What is the prevention of Episcleritis/Scleritis

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no prevention is known

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14
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What is the prevention of Cataract

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no prevention is known due to cause being aging

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15
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What Is the prevention of Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma

A

regular eye exams with testing

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16
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What is the prevention of Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma

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regular eye exams with testing

17
Q

What is the prevention of Macular Degeneration

A

vitamin therapy and protecting the eyes from UV rays and bright lights

18
Q

What is the prevention Diabetic Retinopathy

A

maintaining tight blood glucose control can prevent onset

19
Q

What is the prevention of Retinal Detachment

A

no prevention is known

20
Q

What is the prevention of Uveitis

A

no prevention is known

21
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What is the prevention of Exophthalmos

A

no prevention is known

22
Q

What is the prevention of Cancer of the Eye

A

no prevention is known

23
Q

What is the prevention of Impacted Cerumen

A

includes routin cleaning of ear canal; avoid placing any objects in ear than may push ear wax down canal

24
Q

What is the prevention of Infective Otitis Externa

A

keeping ear clean and dry; earphones, plugs, and hearing aids clean

25
Q

What is the prevention of Swimmer’s Ear

A

keeping ear clean and dry; ear plugs during water activities

26
Q

What is the prevention of Otitis Media

A

prompt treatment of URI helps prevent the occurrence

27
Q

What is the prevention of Otosclerosis

A

no prevention is known

28
Q

What is the prevention of Meniere’s Disease

A

no prevention is known

29
Q

What is the prevention of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

A

no prevention is known

30
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What is the prevention of Labyrinthitis

A

prompt medical treatment for otitis media or any other ear infection

31
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What is the prevention of Ruptured Tympanic Membrane (Ruptured Eardrum)

A

intervention in otitis media may help prevent build up in pressure; not possible to prevent environmental causes

32
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What is the prevention of Cholesteatoma

A

early development begins in infancy; attention of otitis infections and problems of eustachian tube drainage help to delay onset

33
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What is the prevention of Mastoiditis

A

prompt medical intervention for otitis media is essential to prevention

34
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What is the prevention of Sensorineural Hearing Loss

A

nothing from aging process; exposure to constant and extensive loud noise is essential

35
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What is the prevention of Cancer of the Ear

A

no prevention is known

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