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This document provides guidelines for conducting hearing screenings for children in Oklahoma schools, detailing screening procedures, program management, relevant considerations, and recommendations

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How to fill out Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program

1. Obtain the Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program guidelines and forms.
2. Prepare necessary materials, including screening equipment and educational materials.
3. Schedule screening dates and notify parents and guardians of the upcoming screenings.
4. Train staff or volunteers on how to correctly perform hearing screenings according to protocol.
5. Conduct the screening in a quiet environment to ensure accurate results.
6. Document the results of each student's hearing screening on the provided forms.
7. Inform parents of any students who may need further evaluation or follow-up.
8. Submit completed screening forms to the appropriate school or district authority.

Who needs Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

1. All students enrolled in public schools in Oklahoma.
2. Students in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten.
3. Students who are new to the school district.
4. Students referred by teachers or parents due to concerns about hearing.

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What are the guidelines for hearing screening?

All newborns should undergo hearing loss screening within their first month of life. Throughout childhood, the AAP recommends audiometry screening at ages 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10. During adolescence, the audiometry tests are recommended 3 times from ages 11 to 14, 15 to 17, and 18 to 21 years.

What are the guidelines for hearing assessment?

Pure Tone Screening Perform a pure tone sweep at 1000, 2000, and 4000 Hz at 20 dB HL. Present a tone more than once but no more than 4 times if a child fails to respond. Only screen in an acoustically appropriate screening environment. Lack of response at any frequency in either ear constitutes a failure.

What is the test for hearing in English?

Your audiologist uses a machine called an audiometer, which delivers sounds at different frequencies (pitches) and loudness. You raise a hand, press a button or say “yes” when you hear sounds. Your audiologist records your responses on an audiogram. Audiograms chart your hearing loss patterns.

What equipment is needed for a hearing screening at a school?

When conducting hearing screenings on children in schools, it's essential to use high-quality equipment such as portable diagnostic audiometers. The proper hearing screening equipment for schools will make testing and diagnosing hearing disorders easier for the professionals administering the tests.

What is the hearing screening protocol?

Babies. All babies should be screened for hearing loss no later than 1 month of age. It is best if they are screened before leaving the hospital after birth. If a baby does not pass a hearing screening, it is very important to get a full hearing test as soon as possible, but no later than 3 months of age.

What qualifications do you need to be a newborn hearing screener?

If you wish to work with a specific demographic, like newborns, you should gain experience working with them, whether professional or volunteer. Additional training is not required. However, some employers prefer candidates with a certification in audiology or hearing assessment.

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What is Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

The Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program is a state initiative designed to identify hearing impairments in students to ensure early intervention and support for affected children within the educational system.

Who is required to file Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

Schools and educational institutions in Oklahoma are required to file the Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program, ensuring that all students undergo hearing assessments as mandated by state law.

How to fill out Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

To fill out the Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program, schools need to complete a specified form detailing student information, screening results, and any referrals for further evaluation or intervention. Guidance for completion is usually provided by the state education department.

What is the purpose of Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

The purpose of the Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program is to detect hearing issues in students at an early stage, facilitate necessary interventions, and support academic success by addressing potential barriers related to hearing loss.

What information must be reported on Oklahoma School Hearing Screening Program?

The information that must be reported includes student identifiers, screening dates, results of hearing tests, any referrals for follow-up assessments, and any interventions recommended based on the outcomes of the screening.