Child Development Assessment Quiz

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What defines development as delayed in a child?

When it is exactly at the mean of developmental domains.

When impediment is less than two standard deviations below the mean.

When impediment is more than two standard deviations below the mean. (correct)

When observed milestones are only slightly delayed.

What percentage of children with developmental disabilities are typically identified through developmental surveillance?

Approximately 50%.

More than 60%.

Less than 30%. (correct)

Only about 10%.

What is the primary goal of developmental testing?

To diagnose physical defects and diseases.

To systematically quantify skills and identify delays. (correct)

To evaluate a child's physical health only.

To assess parental concerns exclusively.

What is the estimated percentage of children that have a developmental disability?

12–16% Signup and view all the answers

Which process is deemed ineffective for identifying developmental delays?

Developmental surveillance alone. Signup and view all the answers

What role do clinicians play in developmental surveillance?

They observe the infant, take developmental history, and obtain parental concerns. Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary step after developmental surveillance to improve the identification of disabilities?

Developmental screening or testing. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT involved in the process of developmental testing?

Observing physical health alone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the book?

Understanding normal development and variations Signup and view all the answers

What aspect has been intentionally excluded from the content of the book?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How many new references have been added to the index?

Over 130 Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, which professional primarily needs a thorough knowledge of normal child development?

Paediatricians Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including developmental assessments according to the author?

To make accurate diagnoses Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest can occur without proper developmental assessment?

Proper diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

Which influential figures does the author credit for their foundational learning in developmental diagnosis?

Arnold Gesell and Catherine Amatruda Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did the author face when considering the inclusion of various topics in the book?

Space constraints Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold Gesell suggest is necessary to predict a child's future development?

Awareness of all potential environmental factors Signup and view all the answers

How did Gesell and his staff contribute to understanding child development?

By examining over 10,000 infants and tracking their growth patterns Signup and view all the answers

According to Gesell, what can attained growth indicate?

Past growth processes and future growth potential Signup and view all the answers

What is Gesell's perspective on forecasting child development?

Caution is essential due to numerous unpredictable factors Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'lawfulness of growth' refer to in Gesell's studies?

The predictable patterns of growth in average children Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of growth does Gesell emphasize as important for making predictions?

The frequency of deviations from the average growth pattern Signup and view all the answers

What does Gesell imply by saying 'diagnostic prudence is required at every turn'?

A careful approach is essential due to many variables Signup and view all the answers

What did Gesell believe would improve the prediction of a child's future progress?

Detailed knowledge of both the child and his environment Signup and view all the answers

Where did Illingworth work as a Nuffield research student?

Oxford Signup and view all the answers

What rank did Illingworth achieve in the Royal Army Medical Corps during World War II?

Lieutenant-Colonel Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Illingworth's contributions to child health?

He published over 650 works on developmental paediatrics. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following books was NOT authored by Illingworth?

Introduction to Paediatric Surgery Signup and view all the answers

What was Illingworth's role in relation to the Parliamentary Commissioner?

Paediatric Adviser Signup and view all the answers

Illingworth's writing style is best described as:

Economical and precise Signup and view all the answers

Which institution appointed Illingworth to a foundation chair in child health?

University of Sheffield Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Illingworth's hobbies that gained him recognition?

Photography Signup and view all the answers

What does Grade 1 signify in the grading system for infants?

Possibly above average Signup and view all the answers

How many infants in Grade 4 had a mean IQ of 76.0 at school age?

15 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of infants graded as Grade 2 had an IQ below 80 at school age?

1.1% Signup and view all the answers

What was the mean IQ score for infants graded as Grade 3?

94.9 Signup and view all the answers

How many total children were followed up and tested at school age?

230 Signup and view all the answers

Which grades had children who later achieved an IQ score of over 120?

Grade 1 and Grade 2 Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the grading system's reliability based on the follow-up IQ testing?

Grades significantly correlate with IQ scores. Signup and view all the answers

How many infants graded in Grade 1 had an IQ below 80?

1 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of heritability of intelligence is estimated during later life?

60% or greater Signup and view all the answers

What is the correlation of IQ between biological children and their parents compared to adopted children and their adopting parents?

Twice as high for biological children. Signup and view all the answers

In studies of identical twins reared apart, what is noted about their IQ correlation compared to that of fraternal twins reared in the same home?

It is more correlated. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is associated with a high IQ?

Asthma Signup and view all the answers

What is the risk of having another child affected by a recessive disorder like phenylketonuria when one child already has it?

1 in 4 Signup and view all the answers

What type of studies are necessary before providing genetic advice in cases of Down's syndrome?

Chromosomal studies Signup and view all the answers

What is a reported phenomenon in children with myopia regarding their IQ levels?

They show a higher than average IQ before myopia develops. Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested about the genetic basis of cognitive and physical traits in children?

They may originate from the same genes. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Book Title and Edition

Illingworth's The Development of the Infant and Young Child, Tenth Edition
Published by Elsevier

Editors

MKC Nair
Paul Russell

Author

Ronald S Illingworth MD FRCP DPH DCH

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Test your knowledge on child development delays and the identification of developmental disabilities. This quiz covers essential concepts related to developmental surveillance, testing, and the role of clinicians. Explore statistics and definitions to enhance your understanding of child development.