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The child well care visit should include a developmental examination, which involves motor, cognitive, language, behavioral, and social functioning.
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There are many causes of developmental delay, some of which are avoidable with proper care of the pregnant mother and child.
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The well visit or annual exam screens for early disease, monitors chronic health issues, and focuses on disease prevention and health promotion.
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The screening tests given to the adult depend on the adult’s age at the time of the well visit.
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Immunizations are given at all ages and are intended to prevent infectious diseases. There are some immunizations that are only given to certain populations.
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