HEALTHY EYE CARE PRACTICES
How often should a person have their eyes checked according to the presentation?
At least once a year.
What condition involves loss of the central field of vision, commonly affecting people aged 50 and above?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
What measurement describes a person's ability to see objects clearly?
Visual acuity
A common belief says that babies can see clearly at birth. What is the truth?
Vision at birth is not yet clear.
Name two nutrients or vitamins that are important for maintaining healthy vision.
Vitamin A, C, E, or Omega-3 fatty acids.
What condition is caused by damage to retinal blood vessels associated with uncontrolled diabetes?
Diabetic retinopathy
What is the total area that can be seen while the eye is focused on a central point?
Visual field
Can eating excessive amounts of carrots improve vision?
No. Carrots provide Vitamin A that supports eye function, but excessive intake can cause carotenemia.
What is the 20-20-20 rule recommended when reading or using screens?
Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
What condition occurs when abnormal retinal blood vessels develop in premature infants and may lead to retinal detachment?
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
What visual acuity is considered normal according to the material?
20/20
Can peeping or “paninilip” cause a stye or kuliti?
No. A stye is inflammation of an eyelid oil gland caused by bacteria.
Give two ways to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays from the sun.
Wear a hat, sunglasses/shades, or use an umbrella when going outdoors.
What condition is usually associated with increased intraocular pressure and irreversible optic nerve damage?
Glaucoma
What are the two types of photoreceptors, and what does each detect?
Rods – detect black and white/dim-light vision; Cones – detect colors
Can wearing eyeglasses at an early age ruin the eyes or make the prescription higher?
No. Eyeglasses correct refractive errors and do not cause the prescription to worsen.
Name three healthy eye-care practices that can help prevent eye problems or eye injury.
regular eye examinations, proper nutrition, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, proper reading habits, giving the eyes enough rest, proper eye-makeup hygiene, getting adequate sleep, and being careful with sharp objects.
What condition involves loss of transparency of the cornea due to scarring?
Corneal opacity
Name at least FOUR signs of a healthy eye based on the material.
white sclera, clear conjunctiva, clear lens, eyelids open/close properly, round and symmetrical pupils, pupils equally reactive to light, clear vision/20/20 visual acuity, no glare, no floaters.
A person with sore eyes is staring at you. Can you become infected simply by looking at them? Explain.
No. Infection is not acquired by merely looking. Conjunctivitis can spread through direct contact with infected eye secretions, such as through contaminated hands or shared towels.