Childhood Health and Disability Conditions Quiz
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What is the main purpose of developmental screenings?

  • To provide a diagnosis for the child's developmental issues
  • To determine the appropriate treatment plan for the child
  • To compare the child's performance to their same-aged peers (correct)
  • To identify all developmental delays in preschool children
  • What is one benefit of an early diagnosis for developmental disabilities?

  • It reduces the stigma associated with developmental disabilities
  • It ensures the child will receive special education services
  • It guarantees the child will receive government financial assistance
  • It provides parents with the roadmap they need to begin treatment (correct)
  • Which of the following health conditions is not mentioned as emerging in childhood?

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • Family and disablement throughout childhood
  • Autism spectrum disorder (correct)
  • Anxiety disorders
  • What is the main reason many parents and professionals are reluctant to label a child with a diagnosis early in life?

    <p>They want to avoid stigmatizing the child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended frequency for pediatricians to complete a developmental screen for all children?

    <p>At 13, 24, and 36 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason screening tests may not always pick up subtle developmental delays in the preschool years?

    <p>Screening tests are designed to be conservative and err on the side of caution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between developmental delay and developmental disability?

    <p>Developmental delay describes children who are slow in development but have the potential to catch up, while developmental disability is a lifelong physical and associated mental or intellectual disorder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is normalization in the context of parenting a child with a chronic health or developmental condition?

    <p>Normalization is a parenting style that involves proceeding with an expectation of normalcy and creating a normal family life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the uncertainty and illness theory, what leads to distress for family members of a child with an illness or disorder?

    <p>The lack of control over the challenges that arise from the illness or disorder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the single biggest child characteristic associated with levels of family participation, according to the text?

    <p>The child's cognition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of triggers of uncertainty for families, according to the uncertainty and illness theory?

    <p>Birthdays, anniversaries, and waiting on test results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of early interventions for children with developmental delays or disabilities, according to the text?

    <p>The earlier specific interventions are started, the better the outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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