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Q.1
1
SEP 14
Q & A
qanda
What type of contact lenses might a Licensed Optician recommend to someone with astigmatism?
Correction of astigmatism
requires a lens which corrects 2 different powers Read More Here
01 MON SEP 14 Q & A
Q.2
2
SEP 15
Q & A
qanda
When a person routinely works outside in all types of weather conditions, what type of contact lenses might a Licensed Optician suggest?
Even small amounts of UV light may damage the lens in the eye Read More Here
02 TUE SEP 15 Q & A
Q.3
3
SEP 16
FILL IN THE BLANK
fill-in-the-blank
A Licensed Optician will use a _____ to ensure that the lens power matches your prescription
Many types of instruments are used to confirm eyeglasses meet standards, but this particular one measures lens power Read More Here
03 WED SEP 16 FILL IN THE BLANK
Q.4
10
SEP 17
MULTIPLE CHOICE
multiple-choice
What is blue light?
Blue light is important to sleep/wake cycles. Read More Here
04 THU SEP 17 MULTIPLE CHOICE
Q.5
4
SEP 18
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
A myopic or near-sighted person will never have to worry about wearing bifocals
Even if near sighted, your vision will be affected by the natural aging process
Read More Here
05 FRI SEP 18 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.6
5
SEP 19
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
Blindness affects men and women equally
2/3 of the world’s blind are women and girls, see what Seva Canada is doing to counteract gender imbalance in eye care Read More Here
06 SAT SEP 19 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.7
6
SEP 20
MULTIPLE CHOICE
multiple-choice
What is the main reason a Licensed Optician recommends anti-reflective coatings for your eyeglass lenses?
AR coatings reduce reflections on the lens surface, allowing for clearer vision Read More Here
07 SUN SEP 20 MULTIPLE CHOICE
01
FIRST WEEK PRIZE DRAWN
Q.8
7
SEP 21
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
Your occupation is an important consideration for Licensed Opticians when they discuss your lens and frame options
There are many options available to help improve vision for all different occupations Read More Here
08 MON SEP 21 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.9
8
SEP 22
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
Your face shape is the most important factor when a Licensed Optician assists you with choosing your frames
False
Certain frame shapes do not suit certain face shapes, but it's only one of many important factors to consider Read More Here
09 TUE SEP 22 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.10
9
SEP 23
FILL IN THE BLANK
fill-in-the-blank
For children's glasses, one of the safest lens materials that a Licensed Optician may recommend is _____
Polycarbonate or Trivex
Thermoplastic containing carbonate groups is tough, strong and provides clear optics Read More Here
10 WED SEP 23 FILL IN THE BLANK
Q.11
11
SEP 24
Q & A
qanda
When your lens thickness becomes a concern, what might a Licensed Optician recommend?
hi index
Lens thickness increases with frame size and is more obvious with a thin or rimless frame Read More Here
11 THU SEP 24 Q & A
Q.12
12
SEP 25
Q & A
qanda
If you tend to pull your glasses off using only one hand, what might a Licensed Optician suggest to help keep them in proper alignment?
spring hinges
Spring hinges allow temples to flex without loosening quickly Read More Here
12 FRI SEP 25 Q & A
Q.13
13
SEP 26
PICTURE PUZZLE
picture-puzzle
What is this an Image of?
peacock
RIGHT ON! Read More Here
13 SAT SEP 26 PICTURE PUZZLE
Q.14
14
SEP 27
Q & A
qanda
What type of eyeglass lenses might a Licensed Optician recommend to someone with a strong prescription?
hi index
Hi index lens material reduces lens thickness Read More Here
14 SUN SEP 27 Q & A
02
SECOND WEEK PRIZE DRAWN
Q.15
15
SEP 28
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
If you want to purchase non-prescription coloured or costume lenses, you don't need to see a Licensed Optician
False
Non prescription contact lenses require fitting just like regular prescription lenses Read More Here
15 MON SEP 28 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.16
16
SEP 29
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
Instead of purchasing regular prescription sunglasses, I can just buy one pair with lenses that darken when exposed to sunlight to cover all my needs
False
Photochromatic lenses need not be the best option for all situations Read More Here
16 TUE SEP 29 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.17
17
SEP 30
PICTURE PUZZLE
picture-puzzle
What is this an image of?
banana
WOOOHOOO! Read More Here
17 WED SEP 30 PICTURE PUZZLE
Q.18
18
OCT 1
Q & A
qanda
What might a Licensed Optician recommend to allow for a more custom fit at the bridge of the nose?
Adjustable nose pads
Nose pads are easily adjusted to provide maximum comfort and fit Read More Here
18 THU OCT 1 Q & A
Q.19
19
OCT 2
Q & A
qanda
If you need or want to wear contact lenses for more than 10 hours per day, a Licensed Optician may suggest which type of contacts?
High oxygen transmissible lenses or extended wear lenses
The cornea of your eye gets its oxygen from the air Read More Here
19 FRI OCT 2 Q & A
Q.20
20
OCT 3
MULTIPLE CHOICE
multiple-choice
A simple vision screening for school age children may help detect which of the following
All of the above
Visual screenings may detect multiple visual issues Read More Here
20 SAT OCT 3 MULTIPLE CHOICE
Q.21
21
OCT 4
Q & A
qanda
If you have presbyopia, a gradual loss of your eyes' ability to focus on close objects, what is the best lens to see all distances?
progressive multifocal lenses
These lenses allow for good vision at all distances Read More Here
21 SUN OCT 4 Q & A
03
THIRD WEEK PRIZE DRAWN
Q.22
22
OCT 5
FILL IN THE BLANK
fill-in-the-blank
If you enjoy water sports or are bothered by glare while driving, a _____ lens will be a Licensed Optician's first choice for your sunglasses
Polarized
Polarized lenses restrict passage of light reflecting off a horizontal surface Read More Here
22 MON OCT 5 FILL IN THE BLANK
Q.23
23
OCT 6
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
Age-related macular degeneration is the most common eye condition in Canada
True
Over one million Canadians are affected by Age-related macular degeneration. Find out more at The Foundation for Fighting Blindness Read More Here
23 TUE OCT 6 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.24
24
OCT 7
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
If you have 20/20 vision, you don't require glasses
False
Visual acuity is not the only factor that determines proper vision Read More Here
24 WED OCT 7 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.25
25
OCT 8
Q & A
qanda
If you only want to wear contact lenses a couple of times per month, what might a Licensed Optician recommend?
Daily disposables
Lenses that are replaced daily reduce cleaning and storage issues Read More Here
25 THU OCT 8 Q & A
Q.26
26
OCT 9
FILL IN THE BLANK
fill-in-the-blank
A Licensed Optician may recommend _____ for the HEV or blue light found in LED screens
a filter
A blue light filter may be added to eyeglass lenses Read More Here
26 FRI OCT 9 FILL IN THE BLANK
Q.27
27
OCT 10
PICTURE PUZZLE
picture-puzzle
What is this an image of?
guitar string
RIGHT ON! Read More Here
27 SAT OCT 10 PICTURE PUZZLE
Q.28
28
OCT 11
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
For people who can't be corrected to 20/20 vision with eyeglasses or contacts, a Licensed Optician won't be able to assist them to see better
False
There are many options to assist low vision patients with improved vision Read More Here
28 SUN OCT 11 TRUE OR FALSE
04
FOURTH WEEK PRIZE DRAWN
Q.29
29
OCT 12
Q & A
qanda
What is the colour of the lenses/goggles that a Licensed Optician might select to help filter harmful blue light for someone who skis or snowboards?
Yellow, Amber, or Orange
Colours that are more toward the red end of the spectrum help to filter blue Read More Here
29 MON OCT 12 Q & A
Q.30
30
OCT 13
MULTIPLE CHOICE
multiple-choice
A Licensed Optician may recommend an anti-reflective coating, which in addition to allowing more light to pass through the lens, also provides
All of the above
Anti-reflective coatings do much more than just allowing more light through Read More Here
30 TUE OCT 13 MULTIPLE CHOICE
Q.31
31
OCT 14
Q & A
qanda
Besides measurements noting where the eye is centred, what's another consideration for a Licensed Optician when ordering progressive lenses?
Posture PD
There are multiple considerations when fitting progressive lenses Read More Here
31 WED OCT 14 Q & A
Q.32
32
OCT 15
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
A Licensed Optician may recommend sports glasses which protect your eyes and vision
True
Sports glasses are available with your prescription Read More Here
32 THU OCT 15 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.33
34
OCT 16
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
As long as sunglasses state that they have a UV filter, they will protect your eyes sufficiently
False
Sunglasses marked "UV filter" are not necessarily the best protection Read More Here
33 FRI OCT 16 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.34
35
OCT 17
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
If you wear contacts, your eyes feel fine and you see properly, you can continue purchasing contacts without seeing a Licensed Optician
False
Regular visits to your Licensed Optician will help prevent potential issues Read More Here
34 SAT OCT 17 TRUE OR FALSE
Q.35
33
OCT 18
TRUE OR FALSE
true-or-false
I have learned what to look out for when choosing glasses, contacts, and other optical products
True
Done answering all 35 questions? Check out Licensed Opticians to learn more! Read More Here
35 SUN OCT 18 TRUE OR FALSE
05
GRAND PRIZE DRAWN
