When Asked About His Vision,the Patient Says That the Last

question 8

Multiple Choice

When asked about his vision,the patient says that the last time he had it tested his vision was recorded as 20/50.This means that the patient:

• A) Can read at 20 feet what a person with normal vision can read at 50 feet.
• B) Can read at 50 feet what a person with normal vision can read at 20 feet.
• C) Needs to be 50 feet from objects to see them.
• D) Can see objects the best between 20 and 50 feet.

---

Definitions:

Carotid Baroreceptors

Sensory receptors located in the carotid arteries that detect changes in blood pressure and help regulate cardiovascular function.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The ninth cranial nerve, which carries sensory and motor information to the pharynx, tongue, and other areas, playing a role in swallowing and taste.

Sympathetic Nerve

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for fight or flight response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and energy mobilization.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The ninth cranial nerve, responsible for taste and sensory functions in the tongue and throat, as well as stimulating salivary gland secretion.