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which procedure may be done in conjunction with vitrectomy if the surgeon is unable to gain visualization of the posterior cavity of the eye? lensectomy
what is the name of the gelatin-like fluid that fills the posterior cavity of the eye? vitreous humor
which structure has four layers: epithelial cells, substantia propria, elastic lamina, and endothelial cells? cornea
which instrument is used to remove the cataract lens in preparation for intraocular lens placement? phacoemulsification hand piece
which procedure done on an eye with internal malfunction of loss of contents and possible recovery of sight provides better mobility and cosmetic result with a prosthetic eye? evisceration
the surgical technologist must develop the ability to transfer very small, delicate instruments into the surgeon's hand in a function manner so that he or she does not have to look away from the microscope. true
what is the portion of the eye between the cornea and the iris in which aqueous fluid flows and nourishes tissues? anterior chamber
what is another name for a cystic structure caused by an inflammatory response to material trapped in a meibomian gland? chalazion
for which surgical procedure would an Fragmatome be used? vitrectomy
what is the name of the membrane that contains and encloses the vitreous humor in the posterior cavity? hyaloid
how many tunics comprise the structure of the globe of the eye? three
which of the following scissors would NOT be used for ophthalmologic procedures? jorgenson
which of the following is a pharmacologic agent that constricts the pupil of the eye? acetylcholine
gas injected into the posterior cavity of the eye following vitrectomy is more stable and requires fewer restrictions of a patient with regard to positioning and altitude than silicone oil false
the normal condition of the lens of the eye is transparent and biconvex
into which structures do the lacrimal ducts drain tears? nasal cavity
which structure of the eye is the thin, transparent lining of the inner surface of the eyelid and covers the sclera? conjunctiva
which of the following is an inward turning of the eyelid with resulting corneal irritation? entropian
cryotherapy uses which of the following to seal retinal tears and holes? cold
what is the name of the structure that is a small depression containing only cones and has the highest visual acuity? central fovea
which of the following is the term for "crossed eyes"? estropia
tetracaine drops are used in ophthalmologic procedures to numb the surface of the eye and surrounding structures
where is the lacrimal gland located? upper lid, outer angle of the orbit
which two structures form the external tunic of the globe of the eye? cornea and sclera
which of the following is an intraocular procedure? vitrectomy
which retinal structure allows for perception of general shapes and shades of gray in dim light? rods
which of the following techniques uses a laser to treat retinal tears or proliferative diabetic retinopathy? endophotocoagulation
if looking at the right eye of a patient and assigning clock positions of 12,3.6, and 9 o'clock to the rectus eye muscles, which of the following would be CORRECT? 12=superior, 3=medial; 6=inferior;9 lateral
which of the following is the name of locking or non locking needle holders frequently used in ophthalmology? castroviejo
which type of needle is frequently used in ophthalmologic procedures? spatula
in which of the following procedures would sutures most likely NOT be necessary? extracapsular cataract extraction
which sterile irrigation fluid is used for ophthalmic procedures? BSS
all of the following are methods of intraocular lens insertion EXCEPT: fan-folded through small incision
how would definitive diagnosis of detached retina be obtained if hemorrhage is present in the eye? surgical vitrectomy
perfluoropropane and sulfur hexafluoride are used to keep pressure on the retina
what passes through the canal of schlemm? aqueous humor
which procedure involves adjusting sutures after the patient has recovered completely from anesthesia, but within 24 hours? recession/resection
misalignment or deviation from coordinated movement of the eyes is strabismus
what is the term for the six muscles that provide movement of the eye? extrinsic.
overhead OR spotlights should be placed on highest setting to provide necessary illumination during intraocular procedures false
which of the following names represents an eye speculum that resembles an uncoiled metal paper clip? barraquer
what is the name of the opening created in the outer tunic for insertion of the infusion cannula for excision of vitreous? sclerotomy
which of the following is NOT used for visualization in ophthalmologic procedures? colposcope
what is another name for the traction sutures used to manipulate the globe of the eye? bridle
cataracts are categorized as a general condition of aging rather than a disease process true
which substance is used following vitrectomy for long-term support of the retina with fewer restrictions on position? silicone oil
which structure of the eye is colored, and its muscles constrict or relax to control the amount of light entering the pupil? iris
a trephine is used in which ophthalmologic procedure? keratoplasty
which of the following represents the replacement device for the cataract lens in the eye? IOL
what is the condition of the lens that is treated by cataract extration? opacified
which procedure surgically treats glaucoma? iridectomy
which structure is avascular, external, and its function is to refract light rays? cornea
where would a veirs rod be placed to relieve or prevent obstruction? canaliculus
donor corneas must be screened for HIV, HBV, and CJD prior to transplant true
what kind of anesthetic block is used for a vitrectomy procedure? retrobulbar
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