Why Does Your Kid’s Doctor Do That?
Question 1/9
Why does the doctor dangle a toy in front of your baby?
- To see how well they pay attention
- To test their vision
- To test for autism
Question 2/9
A pediatrician asks about the milk your toddler drinks because they want to know if:
- They are drinking whole milk.
- They are drinking low-fat milk.
- They have a dairy allergy.
Question 3/9
Your pediatrician wants to know when your home was built.
- True
- False
Question 4/9
Why do doctors measure your child’s height and weight at every visit?
- Her school needs the info.
- To see how they compare to other kids their age
- To make them more comfortable
Question 5/9
The doctor wants to know if your child points at things or smiles when you do. Why?
- To test for autism
- To check their vision
- To test their motor skills
Question 6/9
When does your doctor start tracking your child’s body mass index (BMI)?
- From birth
- After age 2
- After age 12
Question 7/9
Why does the doctor hit your child’s knees with a rubber hammer?
- To check their pain tolerance.
- To check their bone strength.
- To check their nervous system.
Question 8/9
The doctor hears a heart murmur through the stethoscope. It’s a bigger worry when your child is:
- 3 months old
- 1 year old
- 5 years old
Question 9/9
When your doctor thumps and presses on your child’s belly, they're checking for:
- Swollen organs
- Kidney stones
- A tickle reflex