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What percentage of the US population has some form of hearing loss?
What percentage of the US population has some form of hearing loss?
- Nearly 10% (correct)
- Nearly 5%
- Nearly 15%
- Nearly 20%
Which of the following is considered a highly offensive term for individuals with hearing impairments?
Which of the following is considered a highly offensive term for individuals with hearing impairments?
- Hard of hearing
- Hearing impaired (correct)
- Relies on visual methods to communicate
- Deaf
What is the average percentage of spoken words that can be understood by speech reading?
What is the average percentage of spoken words that can be understood by speech reading?
- About 10%
- About 30% (correct)
- About 20%
- About 40%
Which of the following sign languages is NOT mentioned in the text as being commonly used?
Which of the following sign languages is NOT mentioned in the text as being commonly used?
Where did the earliest schools for the deaf develop?
Where did the earliest schools for the deaf develop?
Where is the Texas School for the Deaf located?
Where is the Texas School for the Deaf located?
What must be done if a suspect is deaf or hard of hearing and needs an interpreter for effective communication during an interrogation?
What must be done if a suspect is deaf or hard of hearing and needs an interpreter for effective communication during an interrogation?
In what cases can Spanish-speaking persons have their statements interpreted without using the Language Interpreter Service?
In what cases can Spanish-speaking persons have their statements interpreted without using the Language Interpreter Service?
When should an officer proceed with interrogating an arrestee if an interpreter cannot respond within a reasonable time?
When should an officer proceed with interrogating an arrestee if an interpreter cannot respond within a reasonable time?
What should be done if an interpreter is not available in a reasonable period for a serious offense investigation?
What should be done if an interpreter is not available in a reasonable period for a serious offense investigation?
What is the procedure if a suspect who is deaf or hard of hearing cannot wait for an interpreter to arrive?
What is the procedure if a suspect who is deaf or hard of hearing cannot wait for an interpreter to arrive?
When should a suspect be transported to Central Booking facility for effective communication through an interpreter?
When should a suspect be transported to Central Booking facility for effective communication through an interpreter?
What must be provided before interrogating an arrestee who cannot understand Miranda warnings without an interpreter?
What must be provided before interrogating an arrestee who cannot understand Miranda warnings without an interpreter?
In what circumstances can a serious offense investigation proceed without waiting for an interpreter?
In what circumstances can a serious offense investigation proceed without waiting for an interpreter?
What action should be taken if a certified sign language interpreter is required during interrogation?
What action should be taken if a certified sign language interpreter is required during interrogation?
What is the correct procedure to follow if a dose of Narcan has been damaged?
What is the correct procedure to follow if a dose of Narcan has been damaged?
What should officers do if additional Narcan kits are needed but the Property Control Office (PCO) is unavailable?
What should officers do if additional Narcan kits are needed but the Property Control Office (PCO) is unavailable?
For how long can Narcan be subjected to extreme heat or cold?
For how long can Narcan be subjected to extreme heat or cold?
What is the correct way to prepare a victim for administration of Narcan?
What is the correct way to prepare a victim for administration of Narcan?
What is the responsibility of officers who have received appropriate training regarding Narcan?
What is the responsibility of officers who have received appropriate training regarding Narcan?
What is the main responsibility of the APD Risk Management Lieutenant regarding Narcan?
What is the main responsibility of the APD Risk Management Lieutenant regarding Narcan?
What type of rope should be used in throw bags according to the text?
What type of rope should be used in throw bags according to the text?
What is the approximate buoyancy of an APD PFD for moving water?
What is the approximate buoyancy of an APD PFD for moving water?
What does 'APD' stand for?
What does 'APD' stand for?
What is the first step an investigating officer must take if the victim or witness is deaf or hard of hearing and critical to establishing probable cause for a serious offense?
What is the first step an investigating officer must take if the victim or witness is deaf or hard of hearing and critical to establishing probable cause for a serious offense?
Which is NOT a stage of normal childbirth?
Which is NOT a stage of normal childbirth?
How should an officer treat a conscious diabetic patient according to the text?
How should an officer treat a conscious diabetic patient according to the text?
What does AVPU stand for in the context of emergency medical assistance?
What does AVPU stand for in the context of emergency medical assistance?
In the context of treating shock, what does ABC stand for?
In the context of treating shock, what does ABC stand for?
What is the main purpose of using Universal Precautions?
What is the main purpose of using Universal Precautions?
What is Narcon mentioned in the text primarily used for?
What is Narcon mentioned in the text primarily used for?
'Black tar heroin' is typically described as which color in the text?
'Black tar heroin' is typically described as which color in the text?
What is the recommended method for treating thermal burns as per the text?
What is the recommended method for treating thermal burns as per the text?
What should an officer do if a conscious diabetic patient needs treatment according to the text?
What should an officer do if a conscious diabetic patient needs treatment according to the text?
According to TSD's policy, who is responsible for assisting with interpreting questions for deaf or hard of hearing students and faculty?
According to TSD's policy, who is responsible for assisting with interpreting questions for deaf or hard of hearing students and faculty?
What percentage of the state's deaf population lives in the Austin area?
What percentage of the state's deaf population lives in the Austin area?
What is the decibel range for moderate hearing loss?
What is the decibel range for moderate hearing loss?
Which device is recommended for individuals with profound deafness when a hearing aid may not work?
Which device is recommended for individuals with profound deafness when a hearing aid may not work?
What is the first step in the National Interpreter Certification Process?
What is the first step in the National Interpreter Certification Process?
According to the ADA requirements, which of the following is NOT a responsibility of law enforcement agencies when communicating with people who are deaf or hard of hearing?
According to the ADA requirements, which of the following is NOT a responsibility of law enforcement agencies when communicating with people who are deaf or hard of hearing?
What type of interpreter is considered the best source for communication with people who are deaf or hard of hearing, according to the text?
What type of interpreter is considered the best source for communication with people who are deaf or hard of hearing, according to the text?
What is the purpose of the Texas Trans Code §521.125?
What is the purpose of the Texas Trans Code §521.125?
According to G.O. 321.2.1 Restraint, under what circumstances should officers apply handcuffs to the front for arrested persons who are deaf or hard of hearing?
According to G.O. 321.2.1 Restraint, under what circumstances should officers apply handcuffs to the front for arrested persons who are deaf or hard of hearing?
According to the procedures for limited English and deaf subjects, what should be done if the person does not speak English or speaks limited English?
According to the procedures for limited English and deaf subjects, what should be done if the person does not speak English or speaks limited English?
