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Regular Checkup for a Child

Overview

Print this page and fill in the information if you are bringing your child in for an appointment.

What questions or concerns do I have about my child that I want addressed during this appointment?




Are there any recent stresses in the family that may be affecting my child, such as death of a loved one, loss of a job, or conflicts? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, describe briefly:


Since the last appointment, has my child had any recent injury or been diagnosed with any new disease or condition? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, fill in the following information.

Injury, condition, or disease

Health professional who diagnosed the condition

What was the prescribed treatment?




What medicines (including prescription, over-the-counter, herbs, and natural health products) has my child taken since our last visit?

Name of medicine

What was the medicine for?




Does my child have any new allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, fill in the following information.

Medicine or substance

Reaction


Do I have any concerns for my child in any of the following areas? If yes, describe the problem.

Sleeping

Eating

Bowel or bladder

Speech and language

Hearing

Vision

How my child behaves

Physical growth and

coordination

Emotional state

School or daycare

Physical activity

Do I need any written information or instructions about my child's care, such as growth and development changes to expect?

Reminders

  • Bring your child's immunization record to the appointment. If you do not have a record, ask your doctor for one.
  • Bring a list of all medicines your child is taking, or bring the medicines with you to the appointment.
  • Ask about normal growth and development milestones to look for in your child.

Credits

Current as of: October 24, 2023

Author: Healthwise Staff
Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

Due to the threat of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus), we are taking precautionary measures to protect our staff and patients. We are implementing a temporary NO VISITOR policy at this time. Only patients or patients and their guardians will be allowed into the office. Please note, this is not to inconvenience anyone! The virus is a very real threat and it is essential that we stay healthy in order to provide needed care for our patients. If you are sick, we ask that you CALL the office to speak with a nurse before you come in. The nurse will provide specific instructions for you. Please DO NOT enter the office if you are sick (upper respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, or flu like symptoms). We are closely monitoring the situation and will update you as circumstances change. Thank you for your understanding!!