What Is the Medical Word for the Lateral Deviation of the Eye

question 140

Multiple Choice

What is the medical word for the lateral deviation of the eye known as wall-eyed?

• A) exotropia
• B) esotropia
• C) blindness
• D) myopia

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A section of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, such as fear and pleasure.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain associated with memory formation, organization, and storage.

Basal Ganglia

A group of structures in the brain that help control movement, coordination, and learning.

Frontal Lobes

Portions of the brain located behind the forehead that are responsible for complex cognitive functions, including decision making, problem solving, and controlling behavior.