Match the explanations with the associated abbreviations.

-IOP
A)Patient reads from a Snellen chart to test clarity of vision
B)Helps relieve chronic middle ear infection and inflammation
C)The area within which objects are seen when the eyes are fixed, looking straight ahead
D)A measure of fluid buildup in the anterior portion of the eye and associated with glaucoma
E)Severe inflammation of the middle portion of the ear
F)Loss of central vision occurring with old age
G)Normal result when the dark opening of the eye is examined
H)Artificial part inserted during cataract surgery
I)Specialty of an otorhinolaryngologist
J)Test of the balance mechanism of the inner ear by assessing rapidly twitching eye movements

Question

Match the explanations with the associated abbreviations.

-IOP
A)Patient reads from a Snellen chart to test clarity of vision
B)Helps relieve chronic middle ear infection and inflammation
C)The area within which objects are seen when the eyes are fixed, looking straight ahead
D)A measure of fluid buildup in the anterior portion of the eye and associated with glaucoma
E)Severe inflammation of the middle portion of the ear
F)Loss of central vision occurring with old age
G)Normal result when the dark opening of the eye is examined
H)Artificial part inserted during cataract surgery
I)Specialty of an otorhinolaryngologist
J)Test of the balance mechanism of the inner ear by assessing rapidly twitching eye movements

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

IOP stands for Intraocular Pressure, which is a measure of the fluid pressure inside the eye. Elevated IOP is a primary risk factor for glaucoma, a condition that can lead to damage of the optic nerve and loss of vision if not properly managed.

Match the Explanations with the Associated Abbreviations