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IVT
Denver Developmental Screening Test
A widely used screening tool that assesses developmental progress in children from birth to 6 years of age.
Full Definition
The Denver Developmental Screening Test (DDST) evaluates four areas of child development: personal-social, fine motor-adaptive, language, and gross motor skills. Originally developed in the 1960s and later revised as the Denver II, this tool helps clinicians identify children who may have developmental delays. The test involves direct observation of the child performing age-appropriate tasks and comparing results to normative data. While useful for screening, abnormal results require further comprehensive evaluation.
Usage
Usage note: May be referred to as Denver II in current practice; ensure version specificity in documentation.
In Context
- "The Denver Developmental Screening Test revealed concerns in the language domain requiring referral to speech therapy." — Assessment report
- "Staff training on proper administration of the Denver Developmental Screening Test is scheduled for next month." — Clinic memo
Also known as
DDST
Denver II
Don't confuse with
Bayley Scales
Ages and Stages Questionnaires