Question 1

When the retina is pulled away from its normal position of being attached to the choroid,this is known as a ____________________ detachment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the retina is pulled away from...

Question 2

Which condition is also known as nearsightedness?

Accepted Answer

A)   ametropia
B)   exotropia
C)   hyperopia
D)   myopiaE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

The ____ are important in maintaining equal atmospheric pressure within the middle ear.

Accepted Answer

A)   auditory ossicles
B)   eustachian tubes
C)   external auditory canal
D)   semicircular canalsE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Which hearing loss is a gradual loss of sensorineural hearing that occurs as the body ages?

Accepted Answer

A)   conductive
B)   presbycusis
C)   presbyopia
D)   sensorineuralE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Match each statement with the correct term.
-adnexa

Accepted Answer

A)  where the eyelids meet nearest the nose
B)  where the eyelids meet on the outside of the eye
C)  vertical skin folds on either side of the nose
D)  the vascular layer of the eye
E)  appendages or accessory structures of an organF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 6

Match each definition with the correct word part.
-scler/o

Accepted Answer

A)  hard,cornea
B)  hard,white of eye
C)  hearing
D)  old age
E)  vision conditionF) None of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 7

Which term describes bleeding between the conjunctiva and the sclera?

Accepted Answer

A)   conjunctivitis
B)   pinkeye
C)   subconjunctival hemorrhage
D)   xerophthalmiaE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

____________________ is an involuntary,constant,rhythmic movement of the eyeball that can be congenital or caused by a neurological injury or drug use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is an involuntary,constant,rhythmic movement of the...

Question 9

Match each statement with the correct term.
-epicanthus

Accepted Answer

A)  where the eyelids meet nearest the nose
B)  where the eyelids meet on the outside of the eye
C)  vertical skin folds on either side of the nose
D)  the vascular layer of the eye
E)  appendages or accessory structures of an organF) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 10

An iridectomy is the surgical removal of a portion of the iris tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Match each definition with the correct term.
-incus

Accepted Answer

A)  also known as the eardrum
B)  also known as the stirrup
C)  also known as the auricle
D)  also known as the hammer
E)  also known as the anvilF) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 12

The partial or complete suturing together of the upper and lower eyelids to provide temporary protection when the eyelids are paralyzed is known as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   keratoplasty
B)   radial keratotomy
C)   tarsorrhaphy
D)   vitrectomyE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

A conductive hearing loss is one in which the inner ear does not transmit sound normally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Retinitis ____________________ is a progressive degeneration of the retina that affects night and peripheral vision.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Retinitis ____________________ is a progressive degeneration of...

Question 15

The uveal tract transmits sound from the inner ear to the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The perception of two images of a single object is known as ____________________ or double vision.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The perception of two images of a...

Question 17

Match each definition with the correct term.
-strabismus

Accepted Answer

A)  also known as squint
B)  also known as nearsightedness
C)  also known as walleye
D)  also known as farsightedness
E)  also known as cross-eyesF) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 18

Which term describes the condition in which the eye does not focus properly because of uneven curvatures of the cornea?

Accepted Answer

A)   astigmatism
B)   hemianopia
C)   nystagmus
D)   strabismusE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Match each definition with the correct term.
-stapes

Accepted Answer

A)  also known as the eardrum
B)  also known as the stirrup
C)  also known as the auricle
D)  also known as the hammer
E)  also known as the anvilF) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 20

An ocular ____________________ may be fitted to replace a missing eyeball.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An ocular ____________________ may be fitted to...

Exam 11: Special Senses: the Eyes and Ears

The ____ are important in maintaining equal atmospheric pressure within the middle ear.

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Match each statement with the correct term. -adnexa

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Match each definition with the correct term. -stapes

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Which term describes the condition in which the eye does not focus properly because of uneven curvatures of the cornea?

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Which hearing loss is a gradual loss of sensorineural hearing that occurs as the body ages?

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Which term describes bleeding between the conjunctiva and the sclera?

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The partial or complete suturing together of the upper and lower eyelids to provide temporary protection when the eyelids are paralyzed is known as ____.

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An iridectomy is the surgical removal of a portion of the iris tissue.

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Retinitis ____________________ is a progressive degeneration of the retina that affects night and peripheral vision.

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A conductive hearing loss is one in which the inner ear does not transmit sound normally.

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The perception of two images of a single object is known as ____________________ or double vision.

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Match each definition with the correct word part. -scler/o

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When the retina is pulled away from its normal position of being attached to the choroid,this is known as a ____________________ detachment.

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Match each definition with the correct term. -strabismus

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An ocular ____________________ may be fitted to replace a missing eyeball.

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____________________ is an involuntary,constant,rhythmic movement of the eyeball that can be congenital or caused by a neurological injury or drug use.

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Match each definition with the correct term. -incus

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The uveal tract transmits sound from the inner ear to the brain.

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Match each statement with the correct term. -epicanthus

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Which condition is also known as nearsightedness?

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