AOC Evaluation & Continuing Education 5

Question 1

The Maddox rod test primarily evaluates which aspect of binocular function?

Accepted Answer

Phoria measurement under dissociated conditions

Answer

The Maddox rod converts a point light source into a streak, completely dissociating the eyes to measure the phoria without fusional cues.

Question 2

Which evaluation finding is most consistent with a diagnosis of convergence insufficiency?

Accepted Answer

Exophoria greater at near than distance with receded near point of convergence

Answer

Convergence insufficiency is characterized by a larger exophoria at near, a receded near point of convergence, and often reduced positive fusional vergence at near.

Question 3

An orthoptist conducting vision therapy must document patient progress for medicolegal and insurance purposes. Which format is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Structured SOAP-format written progress notes per visit

Answer

SOAP-format written progress notes documenting subjective complaints, objective findings, assessment, and plan are the standard for each vision therapy session.

Question 4

In the evaluation of a patient with acquired Brown syndrome, which finding is expected on duction testing?

Accepted Answer

Limitation of elevation in adduction

Answer

Brown syndrome is characterized by restricted elevation in adduction due to a tight superior oblique tendon-trochlea complex.

Question 5

How many CEU credits does the AOC typically require per 3-year recertification cycle?

Accepted Answer

24 CEUs

Answer

The AOC requires 24 approved CEU credits within each 3-year recertification period to maintain active certification.

(AOC) American Orthoptic Council Practice Test

(AOC) American Orthoptic Council Practice Test

AOC Evaluation & Continuing Education 5