Post Test - Navigating Refractive Surgery and Patient Selection*This post test is NOT required unless your state board requires one for CE credit. Please check with your individual state board. Name * First Name Last Name Email License State and Number Which of the following is NOT a corneal-based refractive surgery? A. LASIK B. PRK C. SMILE D. Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) Which diagnostic tool is essential for detecting keratoconus in refractive surgery candidates? A. Pachymetry B. Topography C. Visual acuity test D. Retinoscopy What is the primary advantage of SMILE over LASIK? A. Shorter recovery time B. Smaller corneal incision C. Eliminates need for laser correction D. More suitable for hyperopic patients A patient with a history of dry eye should be counseled on which potential side effect of refractive surgery? A. Halos and glare B. Worsening dry eye symptoms C. Corneal ectasia D. Regression of refractive correction Which of the following patients would most likely benefit from Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL)? A. A 28-year-old with mild myopia and stable refraction. B. A 45-year-old hyperope with early presbyopia. C. A 30-year-old with high myopia and thin corneas. D. A 25-year-old athlete with normal corneas and moderate myopia. What is the most important factor in managing patient expectations for refractive surgery? A. Offering guarantees of 20/20 vision B. Discussing surgical techniques in detail C. Clearly explaining risks, limitations, and realistic outcomes D. Encouraging enhancements for better results Which postoperative complication is characterized by diffuse inflammation under the LASIK flap? A. Diffuse Lamellar Keratitis (DLK) B. Corneal ectasia C. Epithelial ingrowth D. Dry eye syndrome Why might Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) be recommended for older patients over LASIK or PRK? A. RLE corrects presbyopia and reduces cataract risk. B. RLE offers a faster recovery time. C. RLE is less invasive than LASIK or PRK. D. RLE is more effective in younger patients. What is the primary role of optometrists in postoperative co-management of refractive surgery patients? A. Performing enhancements if needed. B. Monitoring healing and identifying complications. C. Determining candidacy for surgery. D. Performing pachymetry. Which of the following is a contraindication for LASIK? A. Stable refractive error for one year B. Corneal thickness of 500 microns C. Keratoconus D. Mild myopia Thank you submitting your responses. They have been recorded. Please email us if you need a copy for your state board.
