Pupil Assessment Flashcards
0
Q
Not normal with pupils? Size
A
> 1mm
1
Q
Pupil exam fixate on distant target why?
A
Near reflex triad : (when we look up close)
Accommodation
Convergence
Pupil constricts
2
Q
Different iris color
A
Heterchromia
3
Q
Horners syndrome
A
Lid ptosis ( droopy lid) Myosis (small pupil)
4
Q
Causes anisocoria
A
Horners syndrome 3rd nerve palsy Siderosis bulbi- retained FB Trauma Pharmacological agents Acute glaucoma
5
Q
Shape of pupil to be irregular
A
Surgery
Synechiae
Trauma
Dilation 5-6 mm be 3rd nerve palsy
6
Q
PERRLA
A
Pupils equal round respond to light and accommodation
7
Q
afferent pupillary defect
A
When nerve pathways to the Brain fail to properly transmit messages
Range from trace to 4+
8
Q
Causes APD’s
A
Optic neuritis ION- Giant cell arteritis- NAIOn ON tumors Cup to disc asymmetric .8 and .3 RD Mac off or at least 2 quadrants detached CRAO severe bvos braos Tumors Severe AMD
