Why Is Topical Application the Most Common Method of Administering

question 66

Multiple Choice

Why is topical application the most common method of administering anesthesia for eye surgery?

• A)Blood-eye barrier prevents effective absorption of most systemic drugs.
• B)Eye procedures do not require systemic anesthesia.
• C)Eyes do not have deep pain receptors; therefore deep anesthesia is not needed.
• D)Topical anesthesia administered through the conjunctiva remains in the eye for an extended time.

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Definitions:

Ainsworth

Refers to Mary Ainsworth, a developmental psychologist known for her work on attachment theory, particularly the Strange Situation assessment.

Avoidant Attachment

A type of insecure attachment where individuals tend to keep distance from others and avoid emotional connection.

Ambiguous/resistant Attachment

A pattern of attachment characterized by anxiety and uncertainty in relationships, leading to clinginess and difficulty in trusting others.

Concrete Operational Stage

A phase in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where children from roughly 7 to 12 years old become capable of logical thought processes but are not yet able to think abstractly.