Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Practice Exam

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Which surgical instrument is used to remove a chalazion?

Curette
Dilator
Forceps
Scissors

The correct answer is: Forceps

Forceps are the correct instrument used to remove a chalazion. Chalazion forceps are specifically designed for this purpose, with a smooth, rounded tip for grasping the chalazion and applying pressure to extract it without causing additional trauma to the surrounding tissue. Curettes are used for scraping or debriding tissues, not for removing chalazions. Dilators are used to widen openings or passages and are not typically used for chalazion removal. Scissors are not commonly used for chalazion removal as they may cause unnecessary trauma to the eyelid tissue.