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What is the primary mode of communication for individuals who are hard of hearing?
What is the primary mode of communication for individuals who are hard of hearing?
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Speech (correct)
- Reading lips
- Reliance on visual methods
In what century did the earliest documentation for sign language appear?
In what century did the earliest documentation for sign language appear?
- 18th century (correct)
- 19th century
- 20th century
- 17th century
Which term is considered highly offensive in the context of hearing loss?
Which term is considered highly offensive in the context of hearing loss?
- Hearing impaired (correct)
- Oral interpreter
- Deaf
- Hard of hearing
Where are the roots of sign language traced back to?
Where are the roots of sign language traced back to?
What percentage of spoken words can typically be understood by speech reading?
What percentage of spoken words can typically be understood by speech reading?
How many sign languages are mentioned in the text?
How many sign languages are mentioned in the text?
What should an officer do if written communication becomes ineffective during an interrogation?
What should an officer do if written communication becomes ineffective during an interrogation?
In a serious offense involving a deaf or hard of hearing victim, what should the investigating officer do before leaving the scene?
In a serious offense involving a deaf or hard of hearing victim, what should the investigating officer do before leaving the scene?
What is the correct treatment for thermal burns as outlined in the text?
What is the correct treatment for thermal burns as outlined in the text?
How should an officer treat shock according to the text?
How should an officer treat shock according to the text?
What is the purpose of administering sugar or glucose to a conscious diabetic patient?
What is the purpose of administering sugar or glucose to a conscious diabetic patient?
What is the primary function of opioids?
What is the primary function of opioids?
What should a first responder do during an imminent childbirth situation according to the text?
What should a first responder do during an imminent childbirth situation according to the text?
In a Grand Mal Seizure lasting over 5 minutes, what emergency action should be taken?
In a Grand Mal Seizure lasting over 5 minutes, what emergency action should be taken?
What is Narcan used for as described in General Order 415?
What is Narcan used for as described in General Order 415?
What is the minimum precaution recommended when dealing with bodily fluids according to the text?
What is the minimum precaution recommended when dealing with bodily fluids according to the text?
What is the policy of TSD regarding interpreters for deaf or hard-of-hearing students/faculty?
What is the policy of TSD regarding interpreters for deaf or hard-of-hearing students/faculty?
Which of the following best describes the term 'Hard of Hearing'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'Hard of Hearing'?
What is the approximate percentage of the state's deaf population that lives in the Austin area?
What is the approximate percentage of the state's deaf population that lives in the Austin area?
What is the first step in the National Interpreter Certification Process?
What is the first step in the National Interpreter Certification Process?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the ADA regarding communication aids and services for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the ADA regarding communication aids and services for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?
According to the Texas Trans Code §521.125, what is required for a communication impediment notice to be included on a driver's license or identification card?
According to the Texas Trans Code §521.125, what is required for a communication impediment notice to be included on a driver's license or identification card?
What is the name of the license plate in the TxDMV's motor vehicle database that indicates a driver may have a communication impediment?
What is the name of the license plate in the TxDMV's motor vehicle database that indicates a driver may have a communication impediment?
According to G.O. 321.2.1 Restraint, under what conditions should officers apply handcuffs to the front for arrested deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?
According to G.O. 321.2.1 Restraint, under what conditions should officers apply handcuffs to the front for arrested deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?
According to APD's procedures for limited English and deaf subjects, how should the Miranda warning be given to a person who does not speak English or speaks limited English?
According to APD's procedures for limited English and deaf subjects, how should the Miranda warning be given to a person who does not speak English or speaks limited English?
What is the maximum time frame within which interpreters from APD's on-call agency are expected to arrive on scene?
What is the maximum time frame within which interpreters from APD's on-call agency are expected to arrive on scene?
What is the primary responsibility of an officer when responding to a scene?
What is the primary responsibility of an officer when responding to a scene?
How should an officer store Narcan kits?
How should an officer store Narcan kits?
What should an officer do if a K9 accidentally inhales an opioid during a search?
What should an officer do if a K9 accidentally inhales an opioid during a search?
What should an officer do with a used Narcan dose?
What should an officer do with a used Narcan dose?
Which of the following statements about personal floatation devices (PFDs) is correct?
Which of the following statements about personal floatation devices (PFDs) is correct?
According to the exponential law of water force, what happens when the speed of water doubles?
According to the exponential law of water force, what happens when the speed of water doubles?
What is the recommended procedure for self-rescue in moving water?
What is the recommended procedure for self-rescue in moving water?
What is the recommended technique for throwing a rescue rope to a victim in the water?
What is the recommended technique for throwing a rescue rope to a victim in the water?
What is the approximate buoyancy of an APD patrol vehicle tire?
What is the approximate buoyancy of an APD patrol vehicle tire?
Which of the following statements about water and buoyancy is correct?
Which of the following statements about water and buoyancy is correct?
What is the primary requirement for obtaining a statement or confession from a person who does not speak English?
What is the primary requirement for obtaining a statement or confession from a person who does not speak English?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter for a deaf person during an interrogation?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter for a deaf person during an interrogation?
When should the Language Interpreter Service NOT be used?
When should the Language Interpreter Service NOT be used?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter when an officer cannot wait?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter when an officer cannot wait?
What is the procedure for communicating with a suspect before arrest if they request an interpreter or other service?
What is the procedure for communicating with a suspect before arrest if they request an interpreter or other service?
Under what circumstances can an officer interrogate an arrestee without an interpreter or other service for effective communication?
Under what circumstances can an officer interrogate an arrestee without an interpreter or other service for effective communication?
How should an officer document the investigation if an interpreter or other service is not available within a reasonable period for a serious offense?
How should an officer document the investigation if an interpreter or other service is not available within a reasonable period for a serious offense?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter or other service for written communication?
What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter or other service for written communication?
What is the procedure for recording conversations with an interpreter?
What is the procedure for recording conversations with an interpreter?