The Membrane That Lines the Eyelids and Attaches to the Eye

question 10

Multiple Choice

The membrane that lines the eyelids and attaches to the eye around the cornea is called the

• A) sclera.
• B) vitreous humor.
• C) conjunctiva.
• D) cornea.
• E) iris.

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Definitions:

Rales

An unusual sound heard in the bronchi on examination of respirations.

Temporal Artery Thermometer

A device used to measure body temperature by scanning the forehead over the temporal artery, noted for its non-invasive and quick readings.

Celsius

A scale for measuring temperature where 0 degrees represent the freezing point of water, and 100 degrees its boiling point under standard atmospheric pressure.