A Toddler Has Been Diagnosed with Amblyopia

question 6

Multiple Choice

A toddler has been diagnosed with amblyopia.Which of the following treatment measures would most likely be prescribed for the child?

• A)Using corrective lenses
• B)Patching of the eye
• C)Applying artificial tears to the eye
• D)Allowing the passage of time

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Definitions:

Cutaneous Receptors

Sensory receptors found in the dermis or epidermis of the skin that respond to stimuli such as touch, temperature, and pain.

Endorphin

Naturally occurring peptides in the brain that act as neurotransmitters to reduce pain and elicit feelings of pleasure or euphoria.

Substance P

Substance P is a neuropeptide involved in the transmission of pain and other sensory signals to the central nervous system.

Capsaicin

A chemical compound found in chili peppers responsible for their hot and spicy flavor, which is also used in topical medications for its pain relief properties.