Kentucky State
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Temps de lecture 1 min
Summary of the Kentucky State Guidelines
1. Required Screenings
Visual Acuity Screening
- Conducted at a distance of 10 feet using GLD-Vision’s interactive digital screening.
Depth Perception (Stereopsis) Screening
- GLD-Vision includes stereopsis screening as part of its process.
Color Vision Deficiency Screening
- Screening for color vision deficiencies is a part of GLD-Vision, unlike traditional screenings.
2. Screening Referral Criteria (Criteria for Passing Vision Test)
Standards for Passing:
- GLD-Vision automatically adjusts and selects the correct chart and criteria for Kentucky vision screenings, ensuring accuracy.
Validation:
- Medically validated and aligns with AAPOS (American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus) guidelines.
3. Children Who Should Bypass Screening
- No specific mention in the document.
- However, children with known vision impairments or existing corrective lenses may require bypassing or alternate screenings.
4. Required Tools OR Important Changes to Tools Used/Discontinued
GLD-Vision® replaces traditional tools and methods:
- Web-based, interactive software – no physical charts or equipment needed.
- No installation required; accessible via any web browser.
- Language-independent to allow broader international use.
- Automated chart selection eliminates manual intervention.
Traditional Tools Discontinued/Reduced:
- No need for wall charts, manual charts, or reliance on trained professionals for chart-based screenings.
- Eliminates data entry and reliance on manual results reporting.