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krzymel

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Tetracaine drops are used in ophthalmologic procedures to:
 a. fill the posterior cavity to prevent retinal detachment
  b. numb the surface of the eye and surrounding structures
  c. irrigate the cornea to prevent drying and abrasions
  d. flush traumatic laceration tissue to prevent post-op SSI

Question 2

What is the name of the structure that is a small depression containing only cones and has the highest visual acuity?
 a. ciliary body
  b. central fovea
  c. choroid coat
  d. crystalline lens


beccamahon

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

b


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