CPO EXAM 2023/2024 with CORRECT Questions and Answers
Optical Coherence Tomography Scanner (OCT) - correct answer non-contact, non-invasive
method of
... [Show More] obtaining cross-sectional retinal images. Provides ocular diagnostic information.
Specialists can more specifically diagnose, treat and manage vitreoretinal diseases and glaucoma
with detailed, quantifiable images of underlying retinal structures
Optometrist - correct answer State License independent primary health care provider who
examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages disease and disorders of the visual system, and the
associated structures as well as diagnoses related systemic conditions.
Optometrist requirements - correct answer Completion of a 4-year degree is followed by
four years of education and training from an accredited optometry school = OD. This may be
followed by a postgraduate training residency but is not required for licensure.
Ophthalmologist - correct answer Physician (Doctor of Medicine, MD; doctor of osteopathy,
DO) who specializes in medical and surgical care of the eye and visual system and in the
treatment of eye disease and injury.
Ophthalmologist requirements - correct answer 4-year undergraduate, 4+ years of medical
school, one year internship and 3+ years of specialized training in eyecare, surgery, and disease.
They are state licensed as physicians and surgeons
Paraoptometric - correct answer Woks under the direct supervision of a licensed doctor of
optometry. Collects patient data, administers routine and technical tests of the patient's visual
capabilities, and assists in office management. May assist in providing primary patient care
examination and treatment services including contact lenses, low vision, vision therapy and
ophthalmic dispensing and office management. State laws may limit or restrict paraoptometric
duties.
Ophthalmic Medical Personnel (OMP) - correct answer Assigned a variety of job duties
including, taking patient histories, administering tests and evaluations, taking eye measurements
for diagnoses purposes, and performing a variety of clinical skills. They do not make surgical or
medical diagnoses. Not licensed as independent practitioners.
Optician - correct answer Prepares or dispenses eyeglasses, spectacles, lenses, or related
optical devises upon Rx . Duplicates, measures, adapts, fits and adjusts eyeglasses or lenses to
the face. Makes, verifies and delivers lenses, frames, and other specially fabricated optical
devises upon Rx.
Optician requirements - correct answer May be apprenticeship trained or attend community
college program. Some states require opticians to be licensed.
An optometrist is licensed by which governing body?
A. State B. Federal C. County D. Dept. of Law and Public Affairs - correct answer A. State
The person generally responsible for grinding or duplicating lenses is
A. Optometrist B. Optician C. Ophthalmologist C. Oculist - correct answer B. Optician
A doctor of medicine specializing in surgery is
A. Optometrist B. Optician C. Ophthalmologist D. OMP - correct answer C.
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmic Medical Personnel can do all BUT the following
A. Administer tests B. Take eye measurements C. Take patient histories D. Offer medical
diagnoses - correct answer D. Offer medical diagnoses
A person who collects patient data, administers tests of the patient's visual capabilities, and
assists in office management would best be described as a
A. Paraoptometric B. Optician C. Certified contact lense dispenser D. Certified Office
Administrator - correct answer A. Paraoptometric
Triage questions - correct answer 1. What kind of problems are you having?
2. How long has it been going on?
3. Is it getting worse?
4. Does it affect your vision?
5. Does anything make it better?
When a staff member receives a call but is busy with a patient, the person answering the phone
should politely ask... - correct answer for a return # or if someone else might be of assistance
Prior to scheduling a patient appointment, what should be done first? - correct answer Make
certain that the purpose of the visit is known to schedule properly.
What is the most straight forward type of filing system? - correct answer Alphabetical
Which is not part of implementing HIPAA?
A. Identify those in your office whop need access to PHI to do their JOB
B. Further identify anyone else who may need access
C. Create policies and procedures for routine disclosures to achieve purpose of disclosure
D. Unlimited PHI disclosure for staff developing criteria - correct answer C. Create policies
and procedures for routine disclosures to achieve purpose of disclosure
Lacrimal Gland - correct answer the gland that supplies most of the tears to the eye. Located
superior and temporal to the eye and behind the orbital rim
Lacrimal Duct - correct answer the drainage system for tears. As tears are produced by the
lacrimal gland, they drain through the lacrimal duct to reach the surface of the eye
Nasolacrimal Duct - correct answer the drainage system for the tears to leave the eye. It is
connected to the nasal passage. This is why the nose runs when one cries
Sclera - correct answer the white portion of the eye made up of a tough, fibrous tissue that
gives shape and structure to the eyeball
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