Chapter 3, Problem 2CR

Select the screening test that is recommended for children with the following behaviors, signs, or symptoms. Place the appropriate code letter in each space for questions 1−15.

H Hearing screening
V Vision screening
D Developmental screening
HW Height and weight

Dt Dental screening
S Speech evaluation
N Nutrition evaluation

1. blinks frequently; often closes one eye when reading

2. stutters whenever tense, excited, or in a hurry to speak

3. appears listless and very small for her chronological age

4. stumbles over objects in the classroom; frequently walks into play equipment in the play yard

5. has overlapping and missing teeth that make speech difficult to understand Further your learning experience with this content in MindTap.

6. ignores the teacher’s requests; pushes and shouts at the other children to get their attention

7. is obese and experiences shortness of breath when running and playing

8. has trouble catching a ball, pedaling a bicycle, and cutting with scissors

9. turns head to focus on objects with one eye while the other eye appears to look in another direction

10. a toddler who has multiple cavities and refuses to chew solid foods

11. is extremely shy and withdrawn; spends the majority of his time playing alone and imitating other children’s actions

12. seems extremely hungry at snack time; always asks for extra servings and takes food from other children’s plates when the teacher isn’t looking

13. becomes hoarse after shouting and yelling while playing outdoors

14. arrives at school each morning with potato chips, candy, or a cupcake and soda

15. a 41/2-year-old who whines and has tantrums to get his own way