A Cause of Blindness Due to Increased Intraocular Pressure Is

question 52

Multiple Choice

A cause of blindness due to increased intraocular pressure is:

• A) photophobia.
• B) macular degeneration.
• C) keratitis.
• D) glaucoma.

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Definitions:

Partial Pressure

The pressure exerted by a single type of gas within a mixture of gases, often used in the context of respiratory physiology to assess gas exchange and oxygen delivery.

Tubular Resorption

Tubular resorption is the process in the kidneys where solutes and water are reclaimed from the tubular fluid and returned to the blood, conserving valuable nutrients and regulating water balance.

Glomerular Filtration

The process by which the kidneys filter blood, removing excess wastes and fluids to produce urine.

Urine Concentration

The process by which the kidneys regulate the amount of water in urine to maintain fluid balance in the body.