8020 Heent Study Guide 2024 Updates

Physiological Nystagmus {Ans: Subtle beating at end gaze that stops when eyes move away from lateral gaze}Abnormal Iris and Pupil {Ans: -Irregular shape (CNS injury) - Dilated, fixed, constricted, unequal, no response - absence of constriction or convergence}Thyroid palpation: Normal findings {Ans: Not usually palpable}Uvetits {Ans: Inflammation of the uvea r/t autoimmune disease or infection}Vertigo {Ans: strong spinning, whirling sensation}Systemic Disease: Ocular impacts {Ans: -DM -HTN -Hyperthyroidism}