Trends in Pediatricians' Developmental Screening: 2002-2016
Trends in Pediatricians' Developmental Screening: 2002-2016
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DOI:
10.1542/peds.2019-0851
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发表时间:
2020-04-01
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8
通讯作者:
Levy, Susan E.
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作者:
Lipkin, Paul H.;Macias, Michelle M.;Levy, Susan E.
BACKGROUND: Current guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend screening children for developmental problems by using a standardized screening tool and referring at-risk patients to early intervention (EI) or subspecialists. Adoption of guidelines has been gradual, with research showing many children still not being screened and referred.METHODS: We analyzed American Academy of Pediatrics Periodic Survey data from 2002 (response rate = 58%; N = 562), 2009 (response rate = 57%; N = 532), and 2016 (response rate = 47%, N = 469). Surveys included items on pediatricians' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding screening and referring children for developmental problems. We used descriptive statistics and a multivariable logistic regression model to examine trends in screening and referral practices and attitudes.RESULTS: Pediatricians' reported use of developmental screening tools increased from 21% in 2002 to 63% in 2016 (P