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The most common neurodevelopmental disorder in children.
what is ADHD
two developmental disorders that are associated with the same locus of chromosome 15
what is Prader Willi and Angelman syndrome
can lift chest, smiles at a mirror, rolls front to back, voluntary grasp
what is a 4 month old
ASD is characterized by deficits in these two core domains.
What are social communication and restricted, repetitive behaviors?
Loss of previously acquired milestones should always prompt evaluation for this.
What is neuroregression/neurodegenerative disorder?
The learning disability most strongly associated with difficulty decoding and recognizing words.
What is dyslexia?
developmental disability syndrome that is associated with a triple-repeat genetic abnormality
what is fragile X syndrome
balances on 1 foot for 3 sec, fantasy play, dresses self, buttons large buttons, draws a circle
what is a 3 year old
legal documents that provide support for students with disabilities
What are an IEP and 504 plan?
This is the gold standard diagnostic tool combining structured observation and interview.
What is ADOS testing (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
The symptoms of a child with ADHD are unresponsive to an adequate trial of immediate-release methylphenidate. What medications should be used next?
What is a mixed amphetamine salt
Patient presents with oval shaped nevois plaques and hypopigmented macules. what is the inheritance patten of this disease?
What is Autosomal dominant inheritance
separation anxiety, crawling, pulls to stand, inferior pincer grasp
what is a 9 month old
Name a therapy modality developed for ODD which has been adapted for separation anxiety
what is PCIT
The recommended ages for routine developmental screening in well-child visits.
What are 9, 18, and 30 months?
This behavioral technique reinforces positive behavior by giving rewards or privileges.
What is positive reinforcement?
child with history of hand wringing, hypotonia, screaming episodes, and seizures disorder. Name the mutation
What is MECP2 mutation
runs well, uses spoon well, parallel play, stacks 6 blocks, draws straight lines
what is a 2 year old
This is a rare condition that occurs more commonly in girls than boys and is characterized by refusal to speak in certain situations (such as at school) for at least 1 months despite the ability to comprehend and use language
what is selective mutism
The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) assesses these 5 domains.
What are communication, gross motor, fine motor, problem-solving, and personal-social?
ADHD must have symptoms present before this age for diagnosis.
what is 12
Daily double!!!!
Diagnosis of NF1 requires 2 of 7 criteria. Name 4 of the criteria
> 6 cafe au lait spots
> 2 neurofibromas
freckling in axillary or inguinal areas
optic glioma
> 2 lisch nodules
thinning of long bone cortex
1st degree relative with NF1
walks well, makes tower of 4 cubes, scribbles, empathy
what is 18 months
This standardized screening tool is used at 18 and 24 months to detect risk for autism.
what is the M-CHAT
This law ensures free, appropriate public education for children with disabilities.
What is IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)?