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Category:
Microbial Keratitis
1. What percentage of bacterial keratitis cases involve polymicrobial infections, according to The corneal ulcer one-touch study?
Correct answer: d) 43%
Explanation: Study guide – Microbial Keratitis
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Category:
Microbial Keratitis
2. How can Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) be helpful in cases of microbial keratitis?
Correct answer: b) By determining the depth of corneal involvement
Explanation: Study guide – Microbial Keratitis
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
3. What are the risk factors associated with the development of aqueous misdirection after intraocular surgery?
Correct answer: b) Small axial length and hypermetropia
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
4. What is the primary mechanism of aqueous misdirection (malignant glaucoma) leading to secondary angle closure?
Correct answer: b) Forward movement of the lens iris diaphragm
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
5. What is the initial treatment option for managing IOP in patients with early or mild ICE syndrome?
Correct answer: b) Topical and systemic IOP-lowering medications
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
6. What is the primary reason for the limited success of filtering procedures in treating ICE syndrome?
Correct answer: b) Progressive nature of the endothelial membrane formation
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
7. What is the characteristic presentation of Iridocorneal Endothelial (ICE) syndrome in terms of anterior segment structures?
Correct answer: b) Unilateral involvement with progressive endothelial membrane formation
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
8. Which systemic medication is crucial in managing neovascular glaucoma by addressing the underlying retinal ischemia?
Correct answer: c) Intravitreal bevacizumab
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Neovascular Glaucoma
9. Which procedure is recommended for long-term control of intraocular pressure in neovascular glaucoma if medical therapy fails?
Correct answer: a) Trabeculectomy with antimetabolites
Explanation: Study guide – Neovascular Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
10. How often is repeat surgery required in the management of PCG?
Correct answer: c) Frequently, due to the challenging nature of the disease
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
11. When might long-tube drainage devices be indicated in the treatment of PCG?
Correct answer: b) If initial surgical options (goniotomy, trabeculotomy, filtration surgery) are unsuccessful
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
12. What role do medications play in the management of PCG?
Correct answer: b) Temporary measure while awaiting surgery
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
13. Which surgical options are commonly used as primary surgery for PCG?
Correct answer: b) Early goniotomy, trabeculotomy, filtration surgery
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
14. What is the primary initial treatment for Primary Congenital Glaucoma (PCG)?
Correct answer: b) Initial surgery
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
15. What is Haab's striae and how is it related to PCG?
Correct answer: b) Ruptures of Descemet's membrane
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
16. Why is the measurement of intraocular pressure (IOP) under general anesthesia not always reliable for diagnosing PCG?
Correct answer: c) Anesthesia causes artificially lower IOP
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
17. Which sign may raise suspicion of PCG in a child during the first weeks or year of life?
Correct answer: b) Larger corneal diameter
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Congenital Glaucoma
18. Which of the following is a typical early sign of Primary Congenital Glaucoma (PCG)?
Correct answer: b) Photophobia and tearing
Explanation: Study guide – Congenital Glaucoma
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
19. What additional step should be taken after keratoplasty if there are signs of active Acanthamoeba infection?
Correct answer: b) Resume and continue medical therapy for Acanthamoeba
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
20. What surgical intervention is recommended for cases of corneal perforation due to Acanthamoeba keratitis?
Correct answer: b) Conjunctival flap and amniotic membrane transplantation
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
21. Which of the following is part of adjunctive therapy for Acanthamoeba keratitis?
Correct answer: c) NSAIDs – topical or oral
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
22. In third-line therapy for Acanthamoeba keratitis, how are imidazoles typically administered?
Correct answer: a) Every hour during the initial period
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
23. What is the primary role of NSAIDs in the treatment of Acanthamoeba keratitis?
Correct answer: c) Anti-inflammatory action
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
24. Which medications are considered second-line therapy for Acanthamoeba keratitis?
Correct answer: a) PHMB 0.02%, Hexamidine 0.1%, Pentamidine 0.1%
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Acanthamoeba keratitis
25. Which oral medication has been used more recently in refractory cases of Acanthamoeba keratitis and has shown resolution of the disease?
Correct answer: b) Miltefosine
Explanation: Study guide – Acanthamoeba keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
26. What is a distinguishing feature of Mooren ulcer compared to marginal keratitis?
Correct answer: d) It does not spare the limbal margin
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
27. Which condition is most associated with collagen-vascular disorders can mimic marginal keratitis and is frequently associated with scleritis?
Correct answer: c) Peripheral ulcerative keratitis
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
28. How does herpetic stromal keratitis typically evolve compared to marginal keratitis?
Correct answer: b) Herpetic keratitis starts with an epithelial defect evolving into a stromal lesion, while marginal keratitis starts with stromal infiltrates that can lead to epithelial defects
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
29. What eyelash changes might indicate long-standing Staphylococcal blepharitis?
Correct answer: c) Madarosis
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
30. What is a common characteristic of stromal infiltrates in marginal keratitis?
Correct answer: b) They have a clear margin of healthy cornea between them and the limbus
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Marginal Keratitis
31. Where do stromal infiltrates typically form in marginal keratitis?
Correct answer: b) Periphery of the cornea
Explanation: Study guide – Marginal Keratitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
32. What is the recommended dosing and tapering regimen for topical steroids in viral conjunctivitis with SEI?
Correct answer: a) Four times daily (QDS) for 1 month, then gradually reduced over 4 months
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
33. Which low-potency, non-penetrating steroid is preferred for treating persistent subepithelial infiltrates in viral conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: b) Fluorometholone
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
34. Which topical medication can be used for severe itching in viral conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: b) Topical antihistamines (e.g., Olopatadine)
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
35. Which of the following is the primary treatment for viral conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: b) Artificial tears and lubricating ointments
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
36. Which of the following should be avoided in healthcare workers with viral conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: b) Continuing patient-facing roles during the first 2 weeks
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
37. Which of the following is a key differentiating sign of chlamydial conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: c) Chronic follicular conjunctivitis lasting weeks to months
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Viral Conjunctivitis
38. Which of the following is a key distinguishing feature of bacterial conjunctivitis when compared to viral conjunctivitis?
Correct answer: c) Mucopurulent discharge
Explanation: Study guide – Viral Conjunctivitis
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Category:
Uveitis
39. Which of the following is the recommended first-line treatment for non-infectious posterior uveitis associated with systemic autoimmune disease?
Correct answer: a) Corticosteroids
Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Category:
Uveitis
40. Which clinical finding is most indicative of toxoplasmic chorioretinitis in posterior uveitis?
Correct answer: c) Focal necrotizing retinitis
Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Category:
Uveitis
41. Which non-infectious systemic condition is commonly associated with posterior uveitis?
Correct answer: a) Sarcoidosis
Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Category:
Uveitis
42. What is the first-line treatment for cytomegalovirus (CMV)-associated posterior uveitis in immunocompromised patients?
Correct answer: b) Ganciclovir
Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Category:
Uveitis
43. What is the initial pharmacological therapy recommended for the first episode of acute anterior uveitis?
Correct answer: b) Topical steroids and cycloplegic agents
Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Explanation: Study guide – Uveitis
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Category:
Scleritis
44. Which systemic condition is most commonly associated with necrotizing scleritis?
Correct answer: b) Rheumatoid arthritis
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
45. Which medication is indicated for severe necrotizing scleritis with vision-threatening complications?
Correct answer: c) Immunosuppressants
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
46. What is the first-line treatment for non-necrotizing anterior scleritis?
Correct answer: b) NSAIDs
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
47. Which treatment is contraindicated in infectious scleritis?
Correct answer: d) Immunosuppressants
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
48. Which drug is most often prescribed as a first-line treatment for posterior scleritis?
Correct answer: c) Oral corticosteroids
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
49. Which diagnostic test can help differentiate between scleritis and episcleritis?
Correct answer: c) 2.5% topical phenylephrine installation
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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Category:
Scleritis
50. What is the purpose of conducting a chest X-ray in the evaluation of scleritis?
Correct answer: b) To rule out sarcoidosis
Explanation: Study guide – Scleritis
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