[MCOH-EH] Color blindness screening

[Amy Behrman]

There are concerns as to whether monitor variability could worsen test scores from web-based color vision screening. If a practice is going to screen for color vision, and if one chooses to use computer-based testing, I recommend retesting anyone who "fails" with certified printed materials before further evaluation, much less restriction.

That said, I certainly agree that (ongoing) competency evaluations by a supervisor  in the actual work setting are more meaningful and appropriate. It's quite analogous to hearing FFD evaluations IMO:  We can do audiometry, evaluate medically and advise on optimizing acuity, but the supervising nurse will be the key to assessing whether the employee can actually respond safely to alarms and communication needs in the workplace. 

Amy Behrman,MD
University of Pennsylvania
215-662-3192


> On Jun 6, 2017, at 12:33 PM, Tara Dockery <tdockery at oceanbeachhospital.com> wrote:
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> We use the Ishihara’s test from a published book. I have also heard of people using online websites for this test.
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> Tara
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> From: MCOH-EH [mailto:mcoh-eh-bounces at mylist.net] On Behalf Of Holley, Stephanie A
> Sent: Monday, June 05, 2017 3:59 PM
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> Subject: [MCOH-EH] Color blindness screening
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> Good Evening,
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> We are interested in knowing if your facility screens health care providers for color deciphering (i.e. Ishihara or Farnsworth).  If so, would you please share what screening mythology you use and if you have a product that works well (vendor for purchases).
> Thanks much!
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> Stephanie Holley MBA, BSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC
> Nurse Manager, University Employee Health Clinic
> University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
> 319.384.9584
> stephanie-holley at uiowa.edu
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