Eye Anatomy
What is the color part of the eye?
Iris
What does VA stand for?
Visual acuity
What is commonly measured to monitor glaucoma?
Interocular pressure
What condition involves separation of the retina from the underlying tissue?
Retinal detachment
What should you do when a patient first arrives?
Greet them warmly and acknowledge them promptly
What part of the eye controls how much light enters?
Pupil
What instrument measures in inteaocular pressure?
Tonometer
What part of the eye is damaged by glaucoma?
Optic nerve
What disease is associated with diabetic patients in retinal blood vessel damage?
Diabetic retinopathy
What is one good way to handle an upset patient?
Listen, remain calm, acknowledge their concern, and offer appropriate assistance
What is the clear front surface of the eye called?
Cornea
What test measures the curvature of the cornea?
Keratometry
A patient is instructed to use their eye drops QHS, how many times a day are they supposed to use them?
At bedtime
What is a common symptom of retinal detachment?
Flashes, floaters, curtain or veil
Why is explain explaining wait times important?
It keeps patient informed and helps them feel respected and valued
What part of the eye contains rods and cones?
Retina
What does OCT stand for?
Optical coherent tomography
What is a common risk factor for glaucoma?
Family history, ethnicity, and steroid use
What type of vision is the macula responsible for?
Central/detailed vision
What should you do if you don’t know the answer to a patient’s question?
Be honest and find someone who can provide the correct answer
SWhich cranial nerve when damage can cause ptosis?
Third cranial nerve
what is being measured during an A scan?
Axial length
What type of medication lowers eye pressure by increasing fluid outflow?
Prostaglandin analogs
What is the name of the abnormal blood vessel growth associated with wet AMD?
Choroidal neovascularization also known as CNV
What is one simple thing every staff member can do to make a patient feel valued?
Listen attentively, treat the patient with compassion and respect their time