Exam (elaborations)
TONOMETRY (EXAM 1) 2024 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS!!
- Course
- Institution
TONOMETRY (EXAM 1) 2024 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS!!
[Show more]
Content preview
TONOMETRY (EXAM 1)2024 QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS!!
TONOMETRY
Evatee 10/13/24 TONOMETRY
,TONOMETRY (EXAM 1) 2024 QUESTIONS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS!!
Tonometry is the ______________ estimation of intraocular pressure by
measuring resistance of the eye to indentation by an applied force. Answer -
Indirect
What is the equation for IOP? Answer - IOP = F / C + PV
F = aqueous formation
C = Outflow rate
PV = Episcleral venous pressure
Typically the production of aqueous is _________ microliters/minute and
drainage of aqueous is ______ microliters/minute. Answer - 2.5
2.5
IOP is dependent on what factors? Answer - - Aqueous humor PRODUCTION
- CIRCULATION of aqueous humor
, - EGRESS of the aqueous humor from the eye
- VOLUME of the vitreous humor
- Elasticity of the cornea and sclera (RIGIDITY)
~ effects the measurement of IOP, not actually IOP
When is tonometry indicated? Answer - - CEE
- Screening guidelines (increased IOP = risk for glaucoma)
- Ocular hypertension
- Glaucoma workup
- Glaucoma management
- Monitor medication effects
When is tonometry contraindicated? Answer - - Red eye of INFECTIOUS
ORIGIN (contaminate tools)
***Some exceptions to this (ie: uveitis)
- Severely traumatized cornea
~ need intact cornea
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller EvaTee. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $18.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
75057 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now