Eye/Ear Test

what is the mechanism of action of drugs used for the treatment of glaucoma are

lower intraocular pressure by decreasing the formation of fluids; promote drainage of fluids that accumulate

which structure of the eye is commonly referred to as the “white of the eye”?

sclera

what is carbamide peroxide used foe

ear wax removal

what condition is caused by abnormal high intraocular pressure that pushes on the optic nerve and damages it

glaucoma

Also known as ringing of the ears

tinnitus

what does the lens do

focuses light onto the back of the eye

which drug causes rebound eye redness if used longer than 3 days

Visine

in order to examine the interior of the eye, the patient would be given eye drops containing what drug

mydriatic

what in another name for the ear drum

tympanic membrane

which structure of the eye determines eye colour?

iris

What are the common symptoms of vertigo

nausea vomiting

what are cone cells responsible for

day vision and colour

what causes peripheral vision to be lost first

glaucoma

what is responsible for maintain balance and orientation

semicircular canals

macular degeneration causes ______ to be lost first

what are rod cells used for

black and white; night vision

glaucoma may lead to what if not treated

blindness

Define chronic dry eye

A condition where the eyes lack sufficient lubrication, causing discomfort, redness, and blurred vision

what is an external ear infection called

what is vitamin A essential for

photoreceptor growth and regeneration