title: Developmental screening.
abstract: In addition to the treatment of diseases, the current emphasis is for primary care physicians to foster growth and development of children under their care. Early and routine monitoring of growth are essential in identifying children who fall below the norm. A two-stage screening process is recommended.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002657:Child Development; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D011581:Psychological Tests; D011597:Psychomotor Performance; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires