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 Initial
Health and Developmental History
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When
obtaining an initial health and developmental history,
ask the child’s family about: |
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Birth
History (for children 5 years and younger)
- Mother's
pregnancy
- Delivery
- Birthweight
- Neonatal
period
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Medical
History
- Illnesses,
infectious diseases, and chronic health conditions
- Injuries,
hospitalizations, or surgeries
- Visits to
other health professionals, facilities, or the emergency room
- Immunizations
- Metabolic
and other health screens
- Food and
drug allergies
- Eating habits
- Medications,
vitamins, and supplementary fluoride
Family
and Social History
- Health of
significant family members
- Occupation
of parents
- A three-generation
family health and social history, including congenital disabilities
and genetic disorders
- Depression
or other mental health problems in the immediate or extended family
- Alcoholism
or other substance use (including tobacco)
in the immediate or extended family
- Family transitions
(birth, death, marriage, divorce, loss of income, move, incarceration)
- Home environment,
pets, neighborhood
- Exposure
to hazardous conditions or substances (tuberculosis,
lead, asbestos, nitrates, carbon monoxide)
- Exposure
to violence
- Plans for
future pregnancies or prevention of pregnancy
- Medical information
about the child if the child is adopted or in foster care
Developmental
and Behavioral
History
- Development
patterns (sleep, eating, stressors, learning
style, physical changes)
- Child’s
achievements
- Concerns
about communication, physical skills
- Discipline
issues (tantrums, limit-setting, increasing
independence)
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