Series 3 Flashcards
What is refractometry?
Refractometry is refractive measurements performed by a non-MD, non-OD.
Normal BP range?
90/60 - 120/80
Normal Breathing rate?
12-18 breaths/min
Normal pulse range?
60-100
Normal body temp range?
97.8 - 99.1 f
Normal blood sugar range?
70-92
What are the 8 parts of an HPI?
- Location
- Duration
- Context
- Modifying factors
- Quality
- Severity
- Associated signs/symptoms
- Timing
What is the difference between schirmers test 1 and schirmers test 2
- The patient is given anesthetic in order to remove reflex treating
- The patient is not given anesthetic, for testing baseline secretions + reflex tearing
What is the average axial length of the eye?
23-24mm
What is the laser procedure that uses laser to treat/remove corneal scars and other conditions?
Phototherapeutic Keratectomy
What is the refractive procedure that uses a diamond blade to make cuts radially around the cornea?
Radial Keratotomy (RK)
What does aseptic mean?
To be free from infection
What color is the argon laser?
green/blue
What color is the Krypton laser?
red/yellow
What are the two thermal lasers?
Argon and Krypton
What are the two photodisruptive lasers?
Yag and Excimer
What is this?
- Tangent screen
What is this?
Schiotz Tomometer
How do you clean Acuity projector slides?
Wipe with a dry lens wipe
How do you clean the perimeter bowl surface?
Mild detergent and water
How do you clean the lenses of a phoropter?
Don’t, call a professional
How do you disinfect the applanation tonometer?
10 min soak of hydrogen peroxide 3% OR alcohol wipe for 10 seconds (Note this is different from cleaning it! To clean just use soap and water)