Interacting with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
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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?

  • 18th century (correct)
  • 19th century
  • 20th century
  • 17th century

    • 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?

    <p>France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of spoken words can typically be understood by speech reading?

    <p>Less than 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sign languages are mentioned in the text?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do if written communication becomes ineffective during an interrogation?

    <p>Stop the interrogation and wait for an interpreter or other service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a serious offense involving a deaf or hard of hearing victim, what should the investigating officer do before leaving the scene?

    <p>Contact the appropriate supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct treatment for thermal burns as outlined in the text?

    <p>Stop, cool, and cover the burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should an officer treat shock according to the text?

    <p>Follow ABC - Airway, Breathing, Circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of administering sugar or glucose to a conscious diabetic patient?

    <p>To stabilize their blood sugar levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of opioids?

    <p>Blocking pain receptors in the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a first responder do during an imminent childbirth situation according to the text?

    <p>Assist in delivering the baby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a Grand Mal Seizure lasting over 5 minutes, what emergency action should be taken?

    <p>Ensure an open airway and place in recovery position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Narcan used for as described in General Order 415?

    <p>Administering to individuals with opioid overdoses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum precaution recommended when dealing with bodily fluids according to the text?

    <p>Use gloves made of nitrile, latex, or equivalent materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the policy of TSD regarding interpreters for deaf or hard-of-hearing students/faculty?

    <p>There will always be a certified interpreter from their school to assist with questions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'Hard of Hearing'?

    <p>Having a defective but functional sense of hearing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate percentage of the state's deaf population that lives in the Austin area?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the National Interpreter Certification Process?

    <p>Multiple-choice NIC Knowledge Exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the ADA regarding communication aids and services for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals?

    <p>Agencies must provide personally prescribed devices such as hearing aids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>A written statement from a physician discussing the health condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the license plate in the TxDMV's motor vehicle database that indicates a driver may have a communication impediment?

    <p>Deaf Driver Awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Unless it would pose a safety risk to officers, the arrested person, or the public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>The Miranda warning should be read in the person's primary language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time frame within which interpreters from APD's on-call agency are expected to arrive on scene?

    <p>45 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of an officer when responding to a scene?

    <p>Ensure scene safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should an officer store Narcan kits?

    <p>Securely, at room temperature, and not exposed to light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do if a K9 accidentally inhales an opioid during a search?

    <p>Administer Narcan to the K9, using the same dosage as for a human</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do with a used Narcan dose?

    <p>Place it back in the original packaging with the PCO barcode, label it 'Used', and return it to PCO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about personal floatation devices (PFDs) is correct?

    <p>Type V PFDs have a higher buoyancy (22 lbs) than Type III PFDs (15.5 lbs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the exponential law of water force, what happens when the speed of water doubles?

    <p>The force of the water quadruples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended procedure for self-rescue in moving water?

    <p>Assume a defensive swim position, use a ferry angle of 45 degrees, and find an eddy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended technique for throwing a rescue rope to a victim in the water?

    <p>Underhand throw, aiming to land the rope slightly upstream of the victim or across their chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate buoyancy of an APD patrol vehicle tire?

    <p>932 lbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about water and buoyancy is correct?

    <p>Whitewater can contain up to 40% air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for obtaining a statement or confession from a person who does not speak English?

    <p>The statement must be translated aloud to the person in their primary language, in the presence of two civilian witnesses, before obtaining their signature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter for a deaf person during an interrogation?

    <p>A certified interpreter from the current service contractor must assist in translating during the interrogation, and the sign language statements and confessions must be recorded by video.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the Language Interpreter Service NOT be used?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter when an officer cannot wait?

    <p>For minor offenses, postpone the interview until an interpreter is available. For serious offenses, contact a supervisor to decide if an investigator should be called in to wait for an interpreter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for communicating with a suspect before arrest if they request an interpreter or other service?

    <p>The suspect should be transported to the Central Booking facility, and either the arresting officer or the transporting officer can convey the information through the interpreter or other service upon arrival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can an officer interrogate an arrestee without an interpreter or other service for effective communication?

    <p>If the arrestee can understand the Miranda warnings as given, and specifically declines the opportunity to have an interpreter or other service present or available.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should an officer document the investigation if an interpreter or other service is not available within a reasonable period for a serious offense?

    <p>The officer must document the investigation as completely as possible for later follow-up by the appropriate investigating unit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for obtaining an interpreter or other service for written communication?

    <p>An interpreter or other service must be provided if written communication is ineffective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for recording conversations with an interpreter?

    <p>All calls made from CTECC will be recorded. If a copy of the conversation and translation is needed for evidentiary purposes, a copy should be requested from APD Communications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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