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Ophthalmic Technician

Category - Pupillary Assessment

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An Argyll-Robertson pupil is characterized by

no consensual response.
no reaction to light.
miosis.
all of the above.

Explanation

Answer: D - all of the above.

An Argyll-Robertson pupil exhibits no consensual response, no reaction to light, and a miotic pupil size. In addition, the pupil shape will appear abnormal. An Argyll-Robertson pupil is a highly specific symptom of neurosyphilis, though it can also be encountered in patients suffering from diabetic neuropathy.

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