Current through November 7, 2024
Section 10-214-1 - Definitions(a) "Audiometric screening" means the process for identification of individuals who are suspected of having hearing sensitivity which differs significantly from the standards as set forth in Section 10-214-3 of these regulations.(b) "Defect in vision or disease of the eyes" means abnormality in visual acuity.(c) "Equivalent screening" means use of a test for vision screening other than the Snellen Chart which tests the distance acuity of each eye.(d) "Impairment or defect of hearing" means failure to respond appropriately to puretone stimuli at designated hearing levels on two successive screenings as set forth in Section 10-214-3 of these regulations.(e) "Postural screening" means observation for the physical signs which have high correlation with postural problems as set forth in Section 10-214-4 of these regulations.(f) "Postural problem" means scoliosis, an appreciable lateral deviation of the spine, or kyphosis, an abnormally increased convexity of the thoracic spine, as defined in Section 10-214-4 of these regulations.(g) "School Nurse" means a registered nurse or nurse practitioner appointed and qualified pursuant to Section 10-212 of the Connecticut General Statutes and its regulations.(h) "Screening" means the presumptive identification of disease or physical defects by the application of brief tests. The screening procedures described in these regulations shall also serve to meet like requirements of health assessments as mandated by Section 10-206.(i) "Snellen Chart" means the standardized test using identification of letters or symbols to measure visual acuity.(j) "Vision screening" means testing for visual distance acuity in each eye as set forth in Section 10-214-5 of these regulations.Conn. Agencies Regs. § 10-214-1