Chapter 18 Flashcards
Anti-infectives treat what?
superficial infections of the eye
Anti-Inflammatory Agents treat what?
relieve inflammation of the eye/ conjunctiva in allergic reactions, burns, irritation from foreign substances/ postoperatively
Antiglaucoma Agents treat what?
lower intraocular pressure
Mydriatics treat what?
open-angle glaucoma
Local Anesthetics treat what?
removal of foreign bodies or painful injury
Cosopt is used for what?
glaucoma
Acular is used for what?
allergic reaction of eyes
tetracaine is used for what?
eye injury pain
atropine is used for what?
to dilate the pupils
prednisolone is used for what?
postoperative inflammation
pilocarpine is used for what?
to dilate pupils
Timoptic is used for what?
glaucoma
Diamox Sequels is used for what?
glaucoma
Travatan Z is used for what?
glaucoma
phenylephrine is used for what?
to dilate pupils
The purpose of an ophthalmic decongestant medication is:
to block histamine receptors
What is the best form of ophthalmic medication for adults?
drops
When administering more than one ophthalmic medication at a time, the minimum amount of time desired between the medication is:
5 minutes
Which category of drug may exacerbate glaucoma?
Anticholinergic
Which medication is used at the end of an eye exam to constrict the pupil?
Pilocarpine
Which medication would be the best choice for a patient who requires an antibiotic and steroid otic preparation?
Ciprodex
Patients who have earwax buildup should be instructed to:
use Debrox OTC
You can use otic drops in the eyes but you cannot use ophthalmic drops in the ear:
false
