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Davideckstein7

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Which is a device used to estimate intraocular pressure (IOP)?
 
  a. A corneal trephine
  b. A Geissen eye ruler
  c. An air-puff device
  d. A phacoemulsifier to measure fluid pressure

Question 2

Which term best describes a full-thickness corneal transplant?
 
  a. LASIK
  b. Lamellar graft
  c. Epikeratophakia
  d. Penetrating keratoplasty


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

ANS: C
IOP is estimated using one of three devices: (1) an air-puff device, (2) a Schiotz tonometer, or (3) an application tonometer. A phacoemulsifier is used to aspirate and break up a cataract.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A penetrating keratoplasty is a corneal transplant that uses the entire diameter of the corneal graft, which is 6.5 to 8 mm, and is the most common type of graft used.


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