Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) (NAHP) Practice Exam

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What condition results in excessive intraocular pressure which results in atrophy of the optic nerve?

  1. Meningitis

  2. Glaucoma

  3. Cataracts

  4. Spina bifida

The correct answer is: Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a medical condition where the pressure inside the eye becomes too high, leading to damage to the optic nerve and potentially resulting in vision loss. This is caused by a build-up of fluid in the eye, which can occur as a result of various factors including genetics, aging, and underlying health conditions like diabetes. Meningitis, cataracts, and spina bifida do not directly lead to excessive intraocular pressure and therefore do not cause glaucoma. While these conditions can affect eye health in different ways, they are not specifically associated with glaucoma.

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