#developmental assessment

Developmental assessment of child 1-5 year

Begin by introducing yourself to the parent and patient. Inspect for the following: 1. Growth parameters; for example, failure to thrive, associated with syndromic or chromosomal anomalies. Undernutrition or chronic illnesses can be associated with developmental delay, as may be small or large head size. 2. Evidence of any dysmorphic features (various syndromic diagnoses). 3. Obvious…