JCAHPO Assisting with Interventions & Procedures 2

Question 1

During a laser trabeculoplasty procedure, what is the primary role of the ophthalmic assistant?

Accepted Answer

Position and stabilize the gonioscopy lens on the patient's eye

Answer

The ophthalmic assistant's role during laser trabeculoplasty is to assist with patient positioning and stabilize the gonioscopy lens as directed by the physician.

Question 2

A patient is scheduled for a pneumatic retinopexy. Which positioning instruction is most critical post-procedure?

Accepted Answer

Maintain a specific head position to keep the gas bubble over the retinal break

Answer

After pneumatic retinopexy, the patient must maintain a specific head position so the intraocular gas bubble tamponades the retinal break.

Question 3

Which instrument is used to measure the axial length of the eye prior to cataract surgery for IOL power calculation?

Accepted Answer

A-scan ultrasonography or optical biometry

Answer

A-scan ultrasonography or optical biometry (e.g., IOLMaster) measures axial length, which is essential for calculating intraocular lens power.

Question 4

When assisting with a chalazion excision, the assistant should be prepared to provide which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A chalazion clamp, curet, and local anesthetic

Answer

Chalazion excision requires a chalazion clamp to stabilize and evert the lid, a curet to remove the contents, and local anesthetic for patient comfort.

Question 5

Before assisting with an intravitreal injection, the assistant should verify which critical step?

Accepted Answer

That the correct medication, concentration, and dose are confirmed

Answer

Confirming the correct medication, concentration, and dose is a mandatory safety check before any intravitreal injection to prevent medication errors.

(JCAHPO) International Joint Commission Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Practice Test

(JCAHPO) International Joint Commission Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Practice Test

JCAHPO Assisting with Interventions & Procedures 2