FREE CPO Ocular Pharmacology and Medication Instillation Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which type of ophthalmic medication is used to dilate the pupil?

Accepted Answer

Mydriatics

Answer

Miotics

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Anesthetics

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Antibiotics

Question 2

When instilling eye drops, where should the drop be placed to minimize systemic absorption and maximize ocular contact?

Accepted Answer

In the lower cul-de-sac

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Directly onto the center of the cornea

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In the upper fornix

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On the caruncle (inner corner)

Question 3

In addition to dilating the pupil, what is the primary function of a cycloplegic agent like cyclopentolate?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily paralyze the ciliary muscle

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To constrict blood vessels

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To numb the cornea

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To treat bacterial infections

Question 4

An ophthalmic medication bottle with a red cap typically indicates which class of drug?

Accepted Answer

Mydriatics and Cycloplegics

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Miotics (Green Cap)

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Steroids (Pink Cap)

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Beta-blockers (Yellow or Blue Cap)

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of applying punctal occlusion after instilling eye drops?

Accepted Answer

To reduce systemic absorption of the medication

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To increase the blink rate

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To prevent the drop from evaporating

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To clean the eyelid margin

Question 6

Which of the following is a common topical anesthetic used in ophthalmology for procedures like tonometry?

Accepted Answer

Proparacaine

Answer

Timolol

Answer

Pilocarpine

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Prednisolone