Hearing and Vision Screening Procedures

The video tutorial provides a detailed guide on conducting hearing and vision screenings in schools. It covers the necessary equipment, step-by-step procedures for both screenings, and how to record and interpret results. The tutorial also explains the referral process for students who do not pass the screenings.

What is the primary purpose of conducting hearing and vision screenings in the ESC program?

• To train teachers

• To improve student grades

• To identify ESC exceptionalities

• To diagnose medical conditions

What should be the first step when setting up the hearing screening equipment?

• Set the dial to 50 DB

• Explain the process to the student

• Plug in the machine

• Turn on the machine

At what frequencies should the hearing screening be conducted?

• 2000, 3000, 4000

• 1000, 2000, 4000

• 500, 1000, 2000

• 500, 1500, 2500

What should be done if a student does not pass the hearing screening?

• Ignore the results

• Send the student home

• Retest immediately

• Refer to a speech language pathologist

What tool is used to measure the distance for a vision screening?

• A laser pointer

• A rope

• A ruler

• A measuring tape

Which chart is used for students older than six years during a vision screening?

• Simple chart

• Sloan letter chart

• HOTV chart

• Matching cards

What should a student do if the letters appear blurry during the farsightedness test?

• Read them anyway

• Ask for help

• They pass the test

• Remove the glasses

What is the next step if a student fails the vision screening?

• Retest immediately

• Refer to the school's referral coordinator

• Ignore the results

• Send the student home

What is the purpose of using a paper cup during the vision screening?

• To measure distance

• To hold the chart

• To cover one eye

• To clean the glasses

Who should be contacted for further questions about the screening process?

• The school nurse

• The student's parents

• The school principal

• The ESC program specialist