Which Is the Correct Abbreviation Used to Identify Which Eye

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct abbreviation used to identify which eye is to be operated on?

• A) Right eye = OS
• B) Right eye = OD
• C) Left eye = OU
• D) Left eye = OD

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Definitions:

Teratogenic Agents

Substances or environmental factors that can lead to congenital abnormalities or developmental disorders when a fetus is exposed during pregnancy.

Spontaneous Abortion

Refers to the natural end of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb, often known as a miscarriage.

Gestation

The period of time between the fertilization of an egg and the birth of an organism, commonly used in reference to pregnancies.

Malnutrition

A condition resulting from an imbalanced diet in which nutrients are either insufficient or excessive, leading to health problems.