Exam Preview for 39610: Fundamentals of Videonystagmography: Lesson

Fundamentals of Videonystagmography: Lesson 1: Oculomotor tests: Saccades, Smooth pursuit and Optokinetic

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1. Which of the following best describes the primary action of the superior rectus muscle in eye movement? Adduction Elevation Depression Abduction
2. In Video-nystagmography (VNG), what is primarily assessed to diagnose vestibular and neurological disorders? The color of the eye The size of the pupil Eye movements Eyelid closure
3. Which eye movement is crucial for bringing images of objects of interest onto the fovea? Vergence Saccades Vestibulo-ocular reflex Visual fixation
4. What technique is employed by VNG to capture eye movements? Electrical potential measurement Video camera tracking Magnetic field tracking Ultrasonic waves
5. Effective implementation of VNG protocols in clinical practice is essential for? Assessing, monitoring, and managing vestibular system conditions Measuring intraocular pressure Correcting refractive errors Monitoring retinal health