Ophthalmic Surgery Flashcards
Light enters the eye through the
Cornea
The layers of the cornea include all of the following EXCEPT:
sclera
The optic foramen is where the optic nerve enters the anterior orbital cavity. T or F?
False
The anterior chamber is the space behind the lens and the iris. T or F?
False
A bridle suture is a permanent traction suture placed through the sclera used to pull the globe laterally. T or F?
False
The macula is a distinct area of acute vision that lies near the optic nerve. T or F?
True
Each eye has
4 rectus and 2 oblique muscles
The surgical removal of the globe and accessory attachments is an
Enucleation
Which of the following terms refers to the eyelids?
Palpebral
The actions of the muscle fibers in the iris cause the pupil to close or open. T or F?
True