Question 1

The normal condition of the lens of the eye is:

Accepted Answer

A)  opaque and biconcave 
B)  opaque and biconvex 
C)  transparent and biconcave 
D)  transparent and biconvex 
A)  opaque and biconcave 
B)  opaque and biconvex 
C)  transparent and biconcave 
D)  transparent and biconvex D

Question 2

Which of the following is an intraocular procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  chalazion repair 
B)  entropian repair 
C)  strabismus correction 
D)  vitrectomy 
A)  chalazion repair 
B)  entropian repair 
C)  strabismus correction 
D)  vitrectomy D

Question 3

What is another name for a cystic structure caused by an inflammatory response to material trapped in a meibomian gland?

Accepted Answer

A)  cataract 
B)  chalazion 
C)  ectropian 
D)  entropian 
A)  cataract 
B)  chalazion 
C)  ectropian 
D)  entropian B

Question 4

Which two structures form the external tunic of the globe of the eye?

Accepted Answer

A)  pupil and iris 
B)  cornea and sclera 
C)  macula and retina 
D)  ciliary body and choroid coat 
A)  pupil and iris 
B)  cornea and sclera 
C)  macula and retina 
D)  ciliary body and choroid coat

Question 5

How many tunics comprise the structure of the globe of the eye?

Accepted Answer

A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four 
A)  one 
B)  two 
C)  three 
D)  four

Question 6

Which structure of the eye is colored and its muscles constrict or relax to control the amount of light entering the pupil?

Accepted Answer

A)  fovea 
B)  iris 
C)  lens 
D)  macula 
A)  fovea 
B)  iris 
C)  lens 
D)  macula

Question 7

What kind of anesthetic block is used for a vitrectomy procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bier 
B)  spinal 
C)  caudal 
D)  retrobulbar 
A)  Bier 
B)  spinal 
C)  caudal 
D)  retrobulbar

Question 8

Where is the lacrimal gland located?

Accepted Answer

A)  lower lid, inner angle of the orbit 
B)  lower lid, outer angle of the orbit 
C)  upper lid, inner angle of the orbit 
D)  upper lid, outer angle of the orbit 
A)  lower lid, inner angle of the orbit 
B)  lower lid, outer angle of the orbit 
C)  upper lid, inner angle of the orbit 
D)  upper lid, outer angle of the orbit

Question 9

The surgical technologist must develop the ability to transfer very small, delicate instruments into the surgeon's hand in a functional manner so that he or she does not have to look away from the microscope.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is an inward turning of the eyelid with resulting corneal irritation?

Accepted Answer

A)  cataract 
B)  chalazion 
C)  ectropian 
D)  entropian 
A)  cataract 
B)  chalazion 
C)  ectropian 
D)  entropian

Question 11

Perfluoropropane and sulfur hexafluoride are used to:

Accepted Answer

A)  anesthetize the eye 
B)  constrict the pupil 
C)  keep pressure on the retina 
D)  prevent post-op infections 
A)  anesthetize the eye 
B)  constrict the pupil 
C)  keep pressure on the retina 
D)  prevent post-op infections

Question 12

What is the name of the gelatin-like fluid that fills the posterior cavity of the eye?

Accepted Answer

A)  aqueous humor 
B)  crystalline lens 
C)  lacrimal fluid 
D)  vitreous humor 
A)  aqueous humor 
B)  crystalline lens 
C)  lacrimal fluid 
D)  vitreous humor

Question 13

Match each term below with its description.
-Type of drape sheet with "U" configuration and adhesive edged "legs"; used for procedures requiring broader access to extraocular areas

Accepted Answer

A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork 
A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork

Question 14

Match each term below with its description.
-Porous, circumferential band of tiny canals through which the aqueous humor drains

Accepted Answer

A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork 
A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork

Question 15

What is the name of the opening created in the outer tunic for insertion of the infusion cannula for excision of vitreous?

Accepted Answer

A)  dacryocystorhinostomy 
B)  iridotomy 
C)  sclerotomy 
D)  vitrectomy 
A)  dacryocystorhinostomy 
B)  iridotomy 
C)  sclerotomy 
D)  vitrectomy

Question 16

Which of the following names represents an eye speculum that resembles an uncoiled metal paper clip?

Accepted Answer

A)  Barraquer 
B)  Castroviejo 
C)  Desmarres 
D)  McPherson 
A)  Barraquer 
B)  Castroviejo 
C)  Desmarres 
D)  McPherson

Question 17

Match each term below with its description.
-Thick connective tissue structure that provides integrity to the shape of the eyelid: may be repositioned in entropian repair

Accepted Answer

A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork 
A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork

Question 18

Match each term below with its description.
-Variable-rate, reciprocating, and cutting-tip hand piece attached to suction

Accepted Answer

A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork 
A) Diopter 
B) Beaver 
C) Aperture 
D) Canthus 
E) Vitrector
F)Split
G)Diplopia
H)Corneal dystrophy
I)Tarsal plate
J)Trabecular meshwork

Question 19

Donor corneas must be screened for HIV, HBV, and CJD prior to transplant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which procedure surgically treats glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

A)  enucleation 
B)  iridectomy 
C)  keratoplasty 
D)  scleral buckle 
A)  enucleation 
B)  iridectomy 
C)  keratoplasty 
D)  scleral buckle

Exam 16: Ophthalmic Surgery

The normal condition of the lens of the eye is:

Which of the following is an intraocular procedure?

What is another name for a cystic structure caused by an inflammatory response to material trapped in a meibomian gland?

Which two structures form the external tunic of the globe of the eye?

How many tunics comprise the structure of the globe of the eye?

Which structure of the eye is colored and its muscles constrict or relax to control the amount of light entering the pupil?

What kind of anesthetic block is used for a vitrectomy procedure?

Where is the lacrimal gland located?

The surgical technologist must develop the ability to transfer very small, delicate instruments into the surgeon's hand in a functional manner so that he or she does not have to look away from the microscope.

Which of the following is an inward turning of the eyelid with resulting corneal irritation?

Perfluoropropane and sulfur hexafluoride are used to:

What is the name of the gelatin-like fluid that fills the posterior cavity of the eye?

Match each term below with its description. -Type of drape sheet with "U" configuration and adhesive edged "legs"; used for procedures requiring broader access to extraocular areas

Match each term below with its description. -Porous, circumferential band of tiny canals through which the aqueous humor drains

What is the name of the opening created in the outer tunic for insertion of the infusion cannula for excision of vitreous?

Which of the following names represents an eye speculum that resembles an uncoiled metal paper clip?

Match each term below with its description. -Thick connective tissue structure that provides integrity to the shape of the eyelid: may be repositioned in entropian repair

Match each term below with its description. -Variable-rate, reciprocating, and cutting-tip hand piece attached to suction

Donor corneas must be screened for HIV, HBV, and CJD prior to transplant.

Which procedure surgically treats glaucoma?

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