ABSTRACT
Developmental examination involves a system of procedures (history, observations, examination and tests) which are designed to establish the stage of the child’s development and identify any deviations from the normal pattern. Developmental assessment involves detailed, expert multidisciplinary investigation of a suspected developmental disorder. A knowledge of the range of normality for each developmental milestone is essential for developmental screening. Briefly, essential milestones are:
6 weeks
• Holds head transiently up to the plane of the trunk in ventral suspension. • Lies prone with a flat pelvis. • Smiles back in response to mother. • Follows object from side to midline.
