Vision, Orthoptic and Brain Injury Research Unit

V-FAST rapid screen tool (PAVE study; Paramedic Vision Evaluation)

The V-FAST tool has been developed by the VISION Research Unit, University of Liverpool in collaboration with the North West Ambulance Service.

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The purpose of the V-FAST tool is to screen for visual impairment during paramedic call-outs to suspected stroke. It is NOT a diagnostic tool but serves to screen for visual impairment, particularly in suspected FAST negative strokes, and thus highlighting potential need for specialist visual assessment.

Note: V-FAST was NOT developed or validated as a standardised vision screening tool for acute stroke unit or community stroke settings. It’s use is targeted at pre-hospital and/or A&E admission settings.

We recommend our VISA tool which is a validated, standardised vision screening tool for acute stroke unit or community stroke settings.

V-FAST tool resources

  • V-FAST 1-page assessment tool
  • V-FAST instructions and checklist
  • V-FAST training manual
  • V-FAST PAVE testing video

To apply to use these resources, please click here.

VISION Research Unit, University of Liverpool retain all copyright on professional resources, patient resources, BIVI-IQ questionnaire, VISA screening tool and V-FAST screening tool. If you wish to modify/translate these resources/tools in any way, please contact rowef@liverpool.ac.uk

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