Chapter 15: Disorders of the Eye, Ear, and Other Sensory Organs

Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 5th Edition by Karin C. VanMeter

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Chapter 15: Disorders of the Eye, Ear, and Other Sensory Organs

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1. What do the extrinsic muscles of the eye control?
a. Movement of the eyeball
b. Movement of the eyelid
c. Size of the pupil
d. Shape of the lens

 

 

ANS:  A                    REF:   387

 

  1. What must happen for the pupil of the eye to dilate?
a. The circular muscle of the iris must contract.
b. Cranial nerve III must be activated.
c. Stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system is required.
d. The optic nerve must be stimulated.

 

 

ANS:  C                    REF:   387

 

  1. Which of the following is caused by an irregular curvature of the cornea or lens?
a. Nystagmus
b. Astigmatism
c. Hyperopia
d. Strabismus

 

 

ANS:  B                    REF:   389

 

  1. Trachoma is an eye infection caused by:
a. influenza virus.
b. Candida albicans.
c. Staphylococcus bacteria.
d. Chlamydia bacteria.

 

 

ANS:  D                    REF:   391

 

  1. Which statement does NOT apply to chronic glaucoma?
a. Degeneration and obstruction of the trabecular network
b. Gradual increase in intraocular pressure
c. Abnormally narrow angle between the cornea and iris
d. Damage to the retina and optic nerve

 

 

ANS:    C          REF:    391-392

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