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Optical Dispensing Finals Monday Class 5/8/2023
Optical
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Other
Not Applicable
05/07/2023

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Term
Is CVS a form of aesthenopia
Definition
False CVS is not a form of aesthenopia
Term
What are two main factors that cause CVS
Definition
Prolonged use of digital devices

Poor lighting
Term
What are two environmental changes one can make to reduce CVS
Definition
Taking breaks from digital devices

Adjusting the lighting can reduce eye strain and fatigue
Term
Explain what the 20/20/20 rule is
Definition
Technique used to prevent CVS

(Computer Vision Syndrome)

Suggests taking a 20 second break to look at something 20 feet away every 20 minutes
Term
Howe many hours a day do you have to spend on the computer to notice symptoms of CVS
Definition
2 hours
Term
List two symptoms of CVS
Definition
Blurred vision

Headaches
Term
What's the other name for Irlen syndrome
Definition
Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome
Term
How exactly do Irlen lenses help a patient with Irlen syndrome
Definition
The Irlen lenses filter out specific wavelengths of light that can cause visual distortions and discomfort in people with Irlen syndrome
Term
Why is Irlen syndrome often overlooked and misdiagnosed as a learning disability like ADHD
Definition
Because it can result in ADHD like symptoms in some individuals.

Difficulty reading

Poor attention

Hyperactivity

Can be similar to ADHD
Term
Name one text pattern seen by those with Irlen syndrome
Definition
Swirling letters
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Irlen syndrome is widely accepted by optometrists
Definition
False Irlen syndrome is not widely accepted by optometrists
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