Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA) Sample Test Questions

1. 1. When filing patient records, which of the following names would come first?

2. In what form of corneal astigmatism are the major meridians NOT 90 degrees apart?

3. The total power of the cornea is:

4. CR-39 has a refractive index of:

5. If the left lens sits higher on the face than the right, what adjustment should be Made?

6. Which of the following is an average “K” reading?

7. In which portion of the visual field is the blind spot located?

8. What is the innermost layer of the cornea?

9. Defects in the edge of a rigid contact lens may be identified by using:

10. A patient calling to report a chemical burn should be told to:

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Correct answers:

A list of recommended study resources for the CPOA can be found on the AOA Web site by following this link: http://www.aoa.org/x11263.xml