Health check list for 24 months old baby

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Health check-ups for children should be done on a regular basis, even if the child does not have abnormal manifestations related to common diseases. Parents should be counseled about what to do during a 2-year-old's health check and the role and benefits of doing this. Besides, parents should prepare some questions to ask the child's doctor so that the examination can be conducted smoothly.

1. What do doctors usually do when checking the health of a 2-year-old child?

When taking a 2-year-old child for regular health check-ups, the doctor often mentions the following main issues:
How does the child sleep? Most children this age sleep about 11 hours at night and nap for about two hours during the day. Some children may no longer take naps during the day, preferring to take a long nap at night instead. If your child wakes up from a nightmare, let the doctor know. During this stage, children have nightmares and night terrors, but the doctor can suggest some ways parents can comfort their child. How do children eat? Until now, parents may have limited the amount of sugary foods in their daily menu, but as children spend more time playing with other children, for example at daycare or at Having fun, children will probably prefer to eat junk food. Talk to your doctor as he or she may be able to offer some suggestions for healthy snacks for your child or may help ease your anxiety about your child's diet. How does toilet training work? Most children have started toilet training by this time, although many are still not proficient. The habit of going to the toilet on their own will gradually form when children are 2 years old. Your doctor can offer some advice on shortening your baby's diaper time. Have you noticed anything unusual about the way your child walks? Many children can walk unsteadily and limply at this age because their legs are still developing, but the problem usually resolves on its own by around age 7. Is the child physically active? A toddler now has the opportunity to use his arms and legs more than before, and use them more effectively. Children will be able to shoot the ball easily, build block towers, climb on furniture, jump and go up and down stairs. Make sure your child has plenty of opportunities to move, move, and explore.

Is the child learning new words? Most 2-year-olds have discovered and used the word "why." Sometimes all he wants is an explanation and other times he's just trying to continue the conversation with you. Children's vocabulary is expanding day by day and they will try to learn new words every day. The doctor can test the child's language ability by asking and talking with the child. Two-year-olds typically have a vocabulary of 50 to 100 words and are beginning to put two words together. Does the child respond to the basic requirements? Two-year-olds are usually mature enough to understand and follow two-step instructions like "Go to your room and hug your bear" or "Go to dad and hug him." If your child doesn't follow a parent's orders or doesn't seem to hear what you're asking, tell the doctor right away. What games do children like to play? Activities that your child enjoys will give the doctor insight into how children develop and part of their personality. Many children this age enjoy putting together simple puzzles, scribbling on paper, sorting objects by color, and filling or emptying boxes. Have you noticed anything unusual in your child's eyes or the way they see things? If your child's eyeball movements are not rhythmic, tell your child's doctor. Has your child had a dental check-up? The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children see their dentist after their first birthday for oral care. If your child hasn't been to the dentist before, now would be a good time.

2. What do parents usually expect when they have a 2-year-old child's health check-up?

Here is a list of things parents believe should be done during a baby's physical exam:
Weigh and measure your baby to make sure he's growing at a normal rate. Check the child's heart rate and breathing rate. Check your child's eyesight and ears. Measure the head size of 2-year-old children to monitor their brain development. Have your child vaccinated against any shots he or she missed in previous visits. Address all questions regarding your child's health, including how to spot the symptoms of otitis media, colds and flu. Answer any questions from parents regarding toilet training, discipline, or, if the child has siblings, learning to get along with their siblings. Provides insight into the development, temperament, and behavior of 2-year-olds. Check for anemia and lead poisoning with a blood test if your child has any of the risk factors. Ask about plans for your child to attend preschool or other community organizations. Watch your child walk to check his gait and coordination. Health check-ups for 2-year-olds are necessary for children to start entering a new stage, such as going to kindergarten, kindergarten, and have good health and healthy, even development among peers. age group. If abnormalities are detected at this stage, the child can be intervened and treated early, which will give the child a better chance of treatment. Parents can take their children to reputable medical facilities with a team of qualified doctors and modern facilities for the most accurate examination results.

Currently, the general health check-up for children at Vinmec has the following advantages:
The system meets international standards: Meets JCI (Joint Commission International) standards - the world's most rigorous safety standard with criteria Patient-centered, committed to providing safe and quality medical care. Modern facilities and equipment: Vinmec Hospital owns modern facilities and equipment such as PET/CT, MRI, CT 640, the world's leading modern ultrasound machine system, examination room. The medical staff is highly qualified: Before and after the examination, the doctor always consults and enthusiastically explains the examination results to the parents. Limit the use of antibiotics for children: Indiscriminate use of antibiotics has led to an alarming increase in antibiotic resistance. When the baby is sick and needs treatment at Vinmec, doctors will minimize the use for the child Besides, in order to improve service quality, Vinmec International General Hospital now offers a Health Checkup package. general health for children under 18 years of age. This is a comprehensive health check-up package, including a full range of basic functional assessment services for children such as: ear, nose and throat examination, eye examination, assessment of liver and kidney function, heart, lung, blood test, and blood test. hepatitis and nutritional status of the baby.

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Reference source: babycenter.com