Which visual screenings should the school nurse conduct when conducting annual assessments for school-age children? Select all that apply.
A) Light reflex assessment
B) Cover-uncover test
C) Acuity testing
D) Visualization of the tympanic membrane
E) Cranial nerve VIII testing

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Light reflex assessment (A) helps to detect any misalignment of the eyes, the cover-uncover test (B) helps to identify any muscle weakness in the eyes, and acuity testing (C) helps to determine how well a child can see. While visualization of the tympanic membrane (D) and cranial nerve VIII testing (E) are important assessments, they are not typically included in annual school nurse screenings.

Which Visual Screenings Should the School Nurse Conduct When Conducting