Corneal Abrasion Flashcards
1
Q
What is most corneal abrasions result from?
A
trauma to the corneal epithelium
2
Q
What exact trauma?
A
FB, contact lens, scratches
3
Q
What do pt present with?
A
Ocular pain, tearing, photophobia, FB sensation, injected conjunctiva, mild to moderate visual disturbances
4
Q
How do you test this?
A
visual acuity, fluorescein stain
5
Q
What is bottom pus in the anterior chamber?
A
hypopyon
6
Q
When do you refer for abrasions?
A
corneal infiltrate, white spot FB can't be removed Hypopyon increased pain change in vision
7
Q
What is the tx for corneal abrasion?
A
topical abx with erythromycin ointment
or
sulfacetamide 10%
Cipro
