Deck 21: Eye and Ear Disorders

Question 1

Cerumenolytics are used to harden watery wax in the ear.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

To safely store ophthalmic and otic medications, medications with the same name should be stored next to each other or in close proximity so that the allied health professional can be sure to use the correct medication.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT true of agents for glaucoma?

A) Agents for glaucoma may be either topical or systemic.
B) Beta-blockers are used to decrease the production of aqueous humor and thus lower intraocular pressure.
C) Miotics allow for the outflow of aqueous humor.
D) Diuretics are often used to lower intraocular pressure associated with glaucoma.
E) Medications used topically in the eye do not have side effects.

Answer 3

Medications used topically in the eye do not have side effects.

Question 4

Corticosteroids may cause increased ocular pressure, while ibuprofen may alter color vision and may cause blurred vision.

Question 5

Agents that mimic the sympathetic nervous system bring about pupillary dilation, while cycloplegic agents cause paralysis of the ciliary muscles and prevent accommodation. These medications are used primarily for diagnostic testing.

Question 6

Medications used for systemic diseases have no ocular side effects.

Question 7

Otic antiinfective agents

A) may be either instillations or irrigations
B) reduce swelling, promote drainage of infections, and relieve pruritus of the ear
C) have side effects such as irritation, swelling, and urticaria
D) a and b
E) a, b, and c

Question 8

The side effects of miotics include

A) eye irritation
B) myopia and blurred vision
C) headaches
D) a and b
E) a, b, and c

Question 9

OTC ophthalmic medications are always safe for use by all people because the FDA has approved the use of these drugs.

Question 10

Local ophthalmic anesthetic agents are used for tonometry.

Question 11

When a local ophthalmic anesthetic is used, the patient should be warned about the loss of the blink reflex and the increased possibility of injury.

Question 12

In irrigating eyes, the head should be turned toward the affected side to prevent cross-contamination of the unaffected eye.

A) 1, 3, 4, and 5
B) 1, 2, 4, and 5
C) 1, 2, 3, and 4
D) 2, 3, 4, and 5
E) 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5

Question 13

Otic antiinfectives may be which of the following?

A) drying agents
B) antibiotics
C) corticosteroids
D) b and c
E) a, b, and c

Question 14

When using ophthalmic anticholinergics, patients should wear dark glasses in sunshine and use dimmed lights but should have no problems with moving about after dark.

Question 15

Drugs may be used to obtain mydriasis and miosis with ocular examinations and treatment of eye diseases.

Question 16

Eye infections should be treated with topical anti-inflammatory and antiinfective agents without doing a culture of the secretions.

Question 17

Medications used in the ear often contain more than one ingredient so that more than one symptom or condition is treated at one time.

Question 18

Ear analgesics may be warmed mineral oil, sweet oil, or glycerin as well as medications with benzocaine.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A) The use of mydriatics is considered safe in most patients, even those with cardiovascular disease.
B) Artificial tears are used to lubricate the eyes, to moisten contact lenses, and to remove debris from the eye.
C) Cromolyn sodium is used for allergic reactions of the eye but may itself cause burning and stinging sensations in the eye.
D) Fluorescein sodium is a nontoxic, water-soluble dye that is used to stain corneal lesions.
E) Side effects from topical corticosteroids used in the eye include burning, tearing, blurred vision, headaches, and eye pain.

Question 20

Medications for ophthalmic conditions may cause systemic effects.

Question 21

If the ear is draining, medications should not be instilled in the ear without permission from the physician.

Question 22

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Difficulty with balance

A)ataxia
B)auralgia
C)paresthesia
D)vertigo
E)tinnitus

Question 23

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Disease of the eye characterized by increased intraocular pressure

A)photophobia
B)cataract
C)accommodation
D)glaucoma
E)uveitis

Question 24

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Inability of the lens to accommodate near objects because of the rigidity of the lens caused by aging

A)myopia
B)miosis
C)mydriasis
D)nystagmus
E)presbyopia

Question 25

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Inflammation of the eyelids from bacterial infections or allergies

A)hordeolum
B)conjunctivitis
C)blepharitis
D)chalazion
E)keratitis

Question 26

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Dilation of the pupil

A)myopia
B)miosis
C)mydriasis
D)nystagmus
E)presbyopia

Question 27

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Inflammation of the iris, choroids, and ciliary body

A)photophobia
B)cataract
C)accommodation
D)glaucoma
E)uveitis

Question 28

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Inflammation of the cornea

A)hordeolum
B)conjunctivitis
C)blepharitis
D)chalazion
E)keratitis

Question 29

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Change in the shape of the eye lens to adjust to viewing objects at different distances

A)photophobia
B)cataract
C)accommodation
D)glaucoma
E)uveitis

Question 30

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Constriction of the pupil

A)myopia
B)miosis
C)mydriasis
D)nystagmus
E)presbyopia

Question 31

Usually, external ear infections are easily treated.

Question 32

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Acute inflammation of the conjunctiva from bacterial or viral infections; also called pink eye

A)hordeolum
B)conjunctivitis
C)blepharitis
D)chalazion
E)keratitis

Question 33

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Abnormal intolerance to light

A)photophobia
B)cataract
C)accommodation
D)glaucoma
E)uveitis

Question 34

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Constant involuntary movement of the eye in any direction

A)myopia
B)miosis
C)mydriasis
D)nystagmus
E)presbyopia

Question 35

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Loss of transparency on or in the lens or capsule of the eye

A)photophobia
B)cataract
C)accommodation
D)glaucoma
E)uveitis

Question 36

Symptoms of ototoxicity include tinnitus, draining ears, loss of balance, and vertigo.

Question 37

Drugs for vertigo have no significant side effects and can be taken without concern when using machinery or driving a car.

Question 38

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Hard eyelid cyst resulting from chronic inflammation of meibomian gland

A)hordeolum
B)conjunctivitis
C)blepharitis
D)chalazion
E)keratitis

Question 39

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Nearsightedness

A)myopia
B)miosis
C)mydriasis
D)nystagmus
E)presbyopia

Question 40

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Localized purulent, inflammatory bacterial infection of sebaceous glands; also called stye

A)hordeolum
B)conjunctivitis
C)blepharitis
D)chalazion
E)keratitis

Question 41

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Agent that causes the pupil of the eye to constrict

A)cholinergic agent
B)anticholinergic agent
C)otic preparation
D)ophthalmic preparation
E)miotic

Question 42

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Ringing of the ears

A)ataxia
B)auralgia
C)paresthesia
D)vertigo
E)tinnitus

Question 43

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Agent that blocks the parasympathetic nerve impulse, causing dilation of the pupil

A)cholinergic agent
B)anticholinergic agent
C)otic preparation
D)ophthalmic preparation
E)miotic

Question 44

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Sense that the environment or oneself is revolving

A)ataxia
B)auralgia
C)paresthesia
D)vertigo
E)tinnitus

Question 45

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Agent that acts to transmit nerve stimulations in the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, causing the pupil of the eye to constrict

A)cholinergic agent
B)anticholinergic agent
C)otic preparation
D)ophthalmic preparation
E)miotic

Question 46

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Medication used in the ear

A)cholinergic agent
B)anticholinergic agent
C)otic preparation
D)ophthalmic preparation
E)miotic

Question 47

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Medication used in the eye

A)cholinergic agent
B)anticholinergic agent
C)otic preparation
D)ophthalmic preparation
E)miotic

Question 48

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Ear pain

A)ataxia
B)auralgia
C)paresthesia
D)vertigo
E)tinnitus

Question 49

Match the following terms with their descriptions below.
Tingling or numbness

A)ataxia
B)auralgia
C)paresthesia
D)vertigo
E)tinnitus