Optometry vocabulary - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Accommodation Correct Answer-Focus: increase in optical power by the eye in order to maintain a clear image as objects are moved closer Albinism Correct Answer-Lack of pigment in eyes, skin, and hair. Can occur just in the eyes (ocular albinism) Amblyopia Correct Answer-Decreased vision in eye(s) without detectable health problem; commonly called "lazy eye" Ametropia Correct Answer-The condition of having a refractive error (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, or presbyopia) Anisocoria...

Optometry Vocabulary Test Questions and Answers Corneal Topography - Answer-Map of the variations of curvature in the cornea Corneal Ulcer - Answer-Localized infection in anterior portion of cornea; can be bacterial, fungal, or viral; commonly secondary to contact lens overwear Diabetic Retinopathy - Answer-Changes in the retina due to longstanding or uncontrolled DM; may include hemorrhages, cotton wool spots, exudates, and neovascularization Diagnosis - Answer-The decision reached...

Optometry Vocabulary Test Questions and Answers Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD) - Answer-Separation of the vitreous gel from the retinal surface; usually age-or trauma-related; causes floater in vision Presbyopia - Answer-Refractive condition in which there is a diminished focusing ability due to age; usually presents after age 40; requires Add (bifocal or near only glasses) for near viewing Prognosis - Answer-Prediction of the probable course and outcome of a disease Prophylaxis (...

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