Evaluation of eyes

Question 1

What is the medical term for nearsightedness?

Answer 1

Myopia

Question 2

True or False: Astigmatism is caused by an irregularly shaped cornea.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What is the primary symptom of cataracts?

Answer 3

Blurred vision

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The condition characterized by increased pressure in the eye is known as _______.

Answer 4

Glaucoma

Question 5

What is the age-related condition that affects the ability to see close objects called?

Answer 5

Presbyopia

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a common eye issue? A) Conjunctivitis B) Astigmatism C) Hypertension

Answer 6

C) Hypertension

Question 7

What type of eye doctor specializes in surgical procedures?

Answer 7

Ophthalmologist

Question 8

True or False: Diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the main function of the retina?

Answer 9

To convert light into neural signals

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The clear front surface of the eye is called the _______.

Answer 10

Cornea

Question 11

What is the term for an eye infection that causes inflammation of the conjunctiva?

Answer 11

Conjunctivitis

Question 12

Multiple choice: Which of the following symptoms is associated with dry eye syndrome? A) Watery eyes B) Itching C) Burning sensation

Answer 12

C) Burning sensation

Question 13

What condition is characterized by the gradual loss of central vision due to damage to the macula?

Answer 13

Macular degeneration

Question 14

True or False: Retinal detachment is a medical emergency.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

What is the primary treatment for severe cases of glaucoma?

Answer 15

Surgery

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The colored part of the eye is called the _______.

Answer 16

Iris

Question 17

What is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50?

Answer 17

Age-related macular degeneration

Question 18

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a symptom of a stye? A) Painful lump on the eyelid B) Blurry vision C) Redness in the sclera

Answer 18

A) Painful lump on the eyelid

Question 19

What is another name for stye

Answer 19

Hordeolum

Question 20

What patients are more at risk for developing hordeolums?

Answer 20

1). Diabetics
2). Dyslipidemia

Question 21

What is a chalazion?

Answer 21

Chronic, sterile, non tender lipogranulomatous inflammatory lesion of the meibomian gland

Question 22

Blepharitis is?

Answer 22

Inflammation or infection of the eye lid

Question 23

What are symptoms of blepharitis?

Answer 23

1). Dry eyes
2). Burning
3). Feeling of foreign body in eye
4). Tearing
5). Photophobia
6). Discharge
7). Absents of lashes

Question 24

Blepharitis is caused by which bacteria?

Answer 24

1). Staphylococcus

Question 25

What is the name of the test used to measure intraocular pressure?

Answer 25

Tonometry

Question 26

True or False: Allergic conjunctivitis is caused by allergens such as pollen and dust.

Answer 26

True

Question 27

Fill in the blank: The transparent gel that fills the eye is called the _______.

Answer 27

Vitreous humor

Question 28

What is the term for the condition where the eyes are misaligned?

Answer 28

Strabismus/cross-eyed

Question 29

Multiple choice: Which eye issue is typically treated with glasses or contact lenses? A) Cataracts B) Myopia C) Retinal detachment

Answer 29

B) Myopia

Question 30

What is the common term for presbyopia?

Answer 30

Farsightedness

Question 31

True or False: Eye strain is a common issue for people who spend long hours on screens.

Answer 31

True

Question 32

What is the term for the surgical procedure to correct vision by reshaping the cornea?

Answer 32

LASIK

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The condition where the lens becomes cloudy is known as _______.

Answer 33

Cataracts