Burns Ch. 4: Developmental Management in Pediatric Primary Care
During a well child exam, you learn that the parents of a young child fight frequently about finances. The
parents state they don't fight in front of the child and feel that the situation is temporary and related to
the father's job layoff. What will you do?
a. Reassure them that the child is too young to understand.
b. Recommend that they continue to not argue in front of the child.
c. Suggest counseling to learn ways to handle stress.
d. Tell them that the conflict will resolve when the situation changes. - C
You conduct a well baby exam on an infant and note mild gross motor delays but no delays in other
areas. Which initial course of action will you recommend?
a. Consult a developmental specialist for a more complete eval.
b. Prep the parents for a potentially serious developmental disorder.
c. Refer the infant to an early intervention program for physical therapy.
d. Teach the parents to provide exercises to encourage motor development. - D
You see a developmentally delayed toddler for an initial visit. The family has just moved to the area and
asks you about community services and resources for their child. What should you do initially?
a. Ask the parents if they have an individualized family service plan (IFSP).
During a well child exam, you learn that the parents of a young child fight frequently about finances. The
parents state they don't fight in front of the child and feel that the situation is temporary and related to
the father's job layoff. What will you do?
a. Reassure them that the child is too young to understand.
b. Recommend that they continue to not argue in front of the child.
c. Suggest counseling to learn ways to handle stress.
d. Tell them that the conflict will resolve when the situation changes. - C
You conduct a well baby exam on an infant and note mild gross motor delays but no delays in other
areas. Which initial course of action will you recommend?
a. Consult a developmental specialist for a more complete eval.
b. Prep the parents for a potentially serious developmental disorder.
c. Refer the infant to an early intervention program for physical therapy.
d. Teach the parents to provide exercises to encourage motor development. - D
You see a developmentally delayed toddler for an initial visit. The family has just moved to the area and
asks you about community services and resources for their child. What should you do initially?
a. Ask the parents if they have an individualized family service plan (IFSP).
