How should you handle a parent who refuses to follow-up with a referral? What students should be screened first? Discuss the pros and cons of doing all screenings on each child at one time vs. all hearing, vision, etc.

Screenings are performed on all students. The purpose is to detect a problem at its earliest stage, make the correction quickly thereby allowing every child to learn to his/her fullest potential.

This assignment is in preparation for the in-class equipment demonstration.

What level of prevention are screenings considered?

Which screenings are you required to perform annually?

List all the routine screenings done in schools.

How can you eliminate embarrassment for students during weight and scoliosis checks?

Identify three recommended short cuts so screenings can be done efficiently.

How often should equipment be calibrated?

Should notices be sent out prior to screening?

How should you handle a parent who refuses to follow-up with a referral?

What students should be screened first?

Discuss the pros and cons of doing all screenings on each child at one time vs. all hearing, vision, etc.