North Dakota State
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Summary of the North Dakota State Guidelines
1. Required Screenings
In the state of North Dakota, vision screening is recommended for both preschool and school-aged children.
Screenings can be conducted by:
- School districts
- Local public health units
- School nurses
- Other health agencies involved with student care
Screenings should be prompted when there are signs or symptoms suggesting vision issues.
2. Screening Referral Criteria (Criteria for Passing Vision Test)
- Referral is based on: Deficiencies in visual acuity, color vision, or depth perception.
- Guidelines and forms: Use the Vision Referral and Report Form and instructional resources from the North Dakota Optometric Association.
- Parental notification: Required when screening concerns arise, in line with local school policy.
3. Children Who Should Bypass Screening
While North Dakota guidelines do not specifically list exemptions, typical practice excludes:
- Children with a recent comprehensive eye exam
- Children wearing corrective lenses and actively monitored
- Children under care of an eye specialist for diagnosed vision issues
4. Required Tools OR Important Changes to Tools Used/Discontinued
Traditional Tools May Include:
- Vision charts: Near and distance vision charts
- Stereopsis tools: For testing depth perception
- Color vision tests: Standard pseudoisochromatic plates
Recommended Tools & Guidance:
- Good-Lite products are explicitly recommended
- Vision screening manuals: Refer to the Minnesota Department of Health’s procedures
Modern Screening (GLD-Vision®):
- Screens in 2.5 minutes for acuity, stereopsis, and color vision
- No specialized training required
- Secure and paperless results: HIPAA and FERPA compliant