ERIC Number: EJ1369834
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Apr
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-1059-8405
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Missed Vision Screenings for School-Age Children during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey Based Study of NASN Representatives
Antonio-Aguirre, Bani; Emge, Gina; Collins, Megan
Journal of School Nursing, v39 n2 p156-161 Apr 2023
During the 2020-21 academic year, COVID-19-related educational disruptions impacted school-based vision screenings. However, limited information regarding changes in vision screening and the number of students impacted has been reported. Delayed screenings can negatively impact students' referral to eye care providers, which may affect a child's ability to see clearly and academic success. This study aims to describe changes in school-based vision screening practices through a survey of National Association of School Nurses state representatives (n = 49). Among states with vision screenings mandates, participants reported that 23.7% (9/38) states waived screenings, 31.6% (12/38) continued screenings, and 36.8% (14/38) modified requirements, such as grades screened or assessments included (e.g., color vision and stereoacuity screenings). These results suggest that millions of students across the United States missed vision screenings during the 2020-21 academic year. Efforts by education and school health stakeholders should be directed towards addressing the pandemic-related disruption in vision screening.
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Elementary School Students, Vision Tests, Screening Tests, Academic Achievement
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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