Pediatric Assessments Flashcards
What does HINT stand for?
Harris Infant Neuromotor Test
What is the age group for the HINT?
2.5-12.5 months
What does the HINT measure?
- locomotion
- posture
- movement
- stereotypical behaviors
- behavioral states
- head circumference
- parent/caregiver concerns about infant’s development
How long does the HINT take to administer?
15-30 minutes
What is the MAIN purpose of the HINT?
it is used as a screening tool for potential development disorders in both high and low risk infants
What is the first section of the HINT?
infant’s background information
What is the second section of the HINT?
5 questions of the caregiver’s perception of the infant’s movements
What is the third section of the HINT?
20 items assessing infant’s motor skills in 5 positions (prone, supine, supine to prone, sitting, standing), Muscle tone, movement against gravity, cooperation, stereotypical behaviors, head circumference
What do lower scores on the HINT indicate?
that the child is “typical”
- if the score is greater than 2 SD, they are considered atypical and may need further testing
What are the advantages of the HINT?
- more family centered
- identifies motor deficits as well as cognitive delays or behavioral difficulties
What is the age group for the BINS?
3-24 months
What does BINS stand for?
Bayley Infant Neurodevelopmental Screener
How long does the BINS take to administer?
15-20 min
What does the BINS measure?
- Basic neurological function: posture, muscle tone, movement symmetry
- Expressive functions: fine, gross, and oral/verbal
- Receptive Functions: visual, auditory, verbal
- Cognitive Processes: object permanence, goal-directedness, problem solving
How is the BINS administered and scored?
- Each subset has 11-13 items, depending on the child’s age
- Scored as “optimal” = 1 or “non-optimal” = 0
- Put into low risk, moderate risk, or high risk based on scores
What are the advantages of the BINS?
- Psychometrically sound screening tests for infants and young children at risk for developmental delays
- Short administration time
What does TIMP stand for?
Test of Infant Motor Performance
What is the main function of the TIMP?
assess posture and movements
What age group does the TIMP look at?
34 weeks to 4 months adjusted age
How long does it take to administer the TIMP?
25-40 minutes