Eye

Question 1

Anatomy- Sclera

Answer 1

The white of the eye, a firm fibrous membrane that maintains the shape of the eye

Question 2

Anatomy - Cornea

Answer 2

Transparent layer that continues the membrane around the eye

Question 3

Anatomy- Choroid

Answer 3

Lies between the sclera and the retina. It is rich in blood vessels to nourish the retina

Question 4

Anatomy - Ciliary Body

Answer 4

muscle controlling the size and thickness of the lens. Responsible for secreting aqueous fluid

Question 5

Anatomy - Iris

Answer 5

The muscle that alters the size of the pupil to regulate the amount of light entering the eye

Question 6

Anatomy - Pupil

Answer 6

The hole that allows light to enter the inner eye

Question 7

Anatomy - Lens

Answer 7

Allows the eye to focus on objects near and in the distance

Question 8

Anatomy - Retina

Answer 8

Located near the optic nerve. Receives and converts light into nerve signals

Question 9

Anatomy - Aqueous Fluid

Answer 9

fluid filling the anterior chamber of the eye to supply the cornea with essential nutrients

Question 10

Anatomy - Vitreous Body

Answer 10

clear, transparent, jelly like substance that maintains intraocular pressure (IOP).

Question 11

Common Eye Injuries

Answer 11

Trauma
Corneal abrasion
Foreign bodies
Chemical burn
Infection

Question 12

Common eye medications

Answer 12

Paracetamol 1g
Chlorphenamine 4mg - antihistamines
Chloramphenicol 1% eye ointment.- antibiotics

Question 13

Signs and symptoms of an eye injury

Answer 13

Intense pain in the affected eye
A visible wound
Bloodshot appearance
Partial or total loss of vision
Leakage of fluid or blood
Shape change.