The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is performing a well child check
up on a 20monthold child. The child was 4 weeks premature and, according to a parent completed developmental questionnaire, has achieved milestones for a 15monthold infant. Which action is correct?

Question

The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is performing a well child check­
up on a 20­month­old child. The child was 4 weeks premature and, according to a parent­ completed developmental questionnaire, has achieved milestones for a 15­month­old infant. Which action is correct?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The child was born 4 weeks premature, so their adjusted age is 19 months. Since the child is achieving milestones for a 15-month-old, there is a developmental delay. An in-depth developmental assessment screen is necessary to evaluate the extent of the delay and determine the appropriate interventions.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Is Performing a Well