Certified Paraoptometric Practice Test

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Why is a wearing schedule given to first-time contact lens patients?

To use perimetry
To measure the visual field
For visual field testing
To allow a gradual buildup of wearing time

The correct answer is: To allow a gradual buildup of wearing time

A wearing schedule is a gradual introduction of wearing contact lenses over time. This is important for first-time contact lens patients because their eyes may need time to adjust to wearing contact lenses and to avoid any discomfort or complications. Options A, B, and C are not relevant or related to a wearing schedule for contact lens patients. Perimetry is a measurement of the visual field, which is not directly related to a wearing schedule. Similarly, measuring the visual field and vision testing are not methods used to determine a wearing schedule. Therefore, the correct answer is D as it provides a logical reason as to why a wearing schedule is given to first-time contact lens patients.