Head and Eyes

Question 1

10. What are some common or concerning symptoms related to the head and eyes?

Answer 1

a. Head = headache, history of head injury
b. Eyes = visual disturbances, spots (scotomas), flashing lights, use of corrective lenses, pain, redness, excessive tearing, double vision (diplopia)

.No red light reflex may indicate that anterior chamber of eye is opaque- Cataracts

Question 2

11. For each test of eye function, describe (1) proper examination technique, (2) the purpose of the test, and (3) expectations regarding a normal level of function.

Answer 2

Visual Acuity - Snellen Chart tests central vision
Visual Field- Static Wiggle Test
Pupillary light Reflex- CN2, retina
Optic Disk Inspection- Fovea, Optic disk, vessels