Case Studies
Name: Cole
Corrected Age: 4 months, 9 days
| History: |
Cole
was born at 33 weeks gestation, when his mother went into preterm
labor. At birth he weighed 1434 grams, and his Apgar scores were
3 at 1 minute, and 7 at 5 minutes. He stayed in the NICU for 3 weeks,
before being discharged home. |
| Parent
Report: |
His
parents report that Cole has been healthy since coming home, and
describe him as an “outgoing flirt.” He is eating well, vocalizes
frequently and trying to roll over. They have no specific concerns,
but want to make sure he is on track with his development. |
| Assessment: |
Cole
was evaluated at the High Risk Infant Follow-up Clinic, at the Center
on Human Development and Disability. Testing was completed by a
PT, and assessed Cole’s fine and gross motor skills, his early play
skills and language. An assessment of the quality of movements was
also completed. |
| Tests
used: |
Movement
Assessment of Infants
Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, 3rd ed.
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| Outcome: |
Cole
is performing skills similar to other children 4 months of age.
His primitive reflexes are integrating well, his muscle tone is
normal, and he is beginning to develop some beginning balance responses.
He will return for a re-evaluation in 6 months. |
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Videos
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Cole
demonstrating his reaching and grasping skills.
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Testing
Cole's balance reactions.
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Box 357920, Seattle, WA 98195-7920 lend@uw.edu
