Pathologies for NACOR Exam
Questions and Answers11
Cataract
Opacity or cloudiness of the crystalline lens, which may prevent a clear image from forming on
the retina.
dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Pterygium
Abnormal wedge shaped growth on the bulbar conjunctiva.
Dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
pinguecula
Yellowish- brown subconjunctival elevation composed of degenerated elastic tissue; may occur
on either side of the cornea.
Dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Corneal Abrasion
, Scraped area of corneal surface, accompanied by a loss of superficial tissue (epithelium).
Cease contact lens wear and throw out the old contacts. May need a bandage contact lens
depending on the severity, refer to an optometrist to get antibiotic eye drops. - ANSWERS-
Foreign Body staining
Foreign body tracking is the chafing or drying of the epithelium created by lens fracture or
defect, lens deposits, foreign bodies , or blunt trauma as demonstrated by a distinct path or
pattern of corneal staining.
Instill fluorescein observe for corneal staining preferably using a blue light. If the presence of a
corneal foreign body gently remove it with the cotton bud, sweeping it away from the corneal
surface; only use a needle to remove if you have been trained and have appropriate
magnification. Re-examine the eye to ensure the foreign body has been fully removed. Refer to
a doctor in sever cases and suggest safety glasses to protect the eyes for the future. - ANSWERS-
Giant papillary conjunctivitis
type of allergic conjunctivitis. In GPC, a foreign body causes prolonged mechanical irritation,
which results in a reaction in the eye. Most commonly, contact lenses are the foreign body
causing the irritation.
Do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Arcus senilis
A narrow opaque band encircling the cornea, common in old age.
Questions and Answers11
Cataract
Opacity or cloudiness of the crystalline lens, which may prevent a clear image from forming on
the retina.
dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Pterygium
Abnormal wedge shaped growth on the bulbar conjunctiva.
Dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
pinguecula
Yellowish- brown subconjunctival elevation composed of degenerated elastic tissue; may occur
on either side of the cornea.
Dose not require treatment, do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Corneal Abrasion
, Scraped area of corneal surface, accompanied by a loss of superficial tissue (epithelium).
Cease contact lens wear and throw out the old contacts. May need a bandage contact lens
depending on the severity, refer to an optometrist to get antibiotic eye drops. - ANSWERS-
Foreign Body staining
Foreign body tracking is the chafing or drying of the epithelium created by lens fracture or
defect, lens deposits, foreign bodies , or blunt trauma as demonstrated by a distinct path or
pattern of corneal staining.
Instill fluorescein observe for corneal staining preferably using a blue light. If the presence of a
corneal foreign body gently remove it with the cotton bud, sweeping it away from the corneal
surface; only use a needle to remove if you have been trained and have appropriate
magnification. Re-examine the eye to ensure the foreign body has been fully removed. Refer to
a doctor in sever cases and suggest safety glasses to protect the eyes for the future. - ANSWERS-
Giant papillary conjunctivitis
type of allergic conjunctivitis. In GPC, a foreign body causes prolonged mechanical irritation,
which results in a reaction in the eye. Most commonly, contact lenses are the foreign body
causing the irritation.
Do nothing and refer to an optometrist. - ANSWERS-
Arcus senilis
A narrow opaque band encircling the cornea, common in old age.
