4 Questions
At what age do children receive the first vaccine?
2 months
When should parents consider making a referral for their child to see a speech therapist?
By 18 months if the child continues with a speech pattern
What is the first thing to do if a child is not speaking?
Check the child's hearing
What is the universal screening process for newborns in Canada?
Universal newborn hearing screening (UNHS)
Study Notes
Vaccination
- Children typically receive their first vaccine at birth, with the first dose of Hepatitis B vaccine administered shortly after birth.
Speech Development
- Parents should consider referring their child to a speech therapist if they show no babbling or cooing by 6 months, no gesturing (pointing, waving, etc.) by 12 months, or no spoken language by 16 months.
Speech Delay
- If a child is not speaking, the first step is to consult with the child's pediatrician to rule out any underlying medical conditions that may be contributing to the speech delay.
Newborn Screening
- The universal screening process for newborns in Canada involves testing for 22-24 genetic disorders, including phenylketonuria (PKU), cystic fibrosis, and congenital hypothyroidism, which helps identify potential health issues early on.
This quiz covers the vaccination schedule for children at 2, 4, 6, 12, 14, 18 months and 4 years old, as well as the process for speech therapy referrals. It also emphasizes the importance of newborn hearing screening.
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