During the first 6 months of life, the infant should have well-baby checkups at which interval?
a. 1 to 2 weeks
b. 2 to 4 weeks
c. 1 to 2 months
d. 3 to 4 months
ANS: C
Most pediatricians schedule well-baby checkups every 1 to 2 months (4 to 8 weeks) to assess the infant's growth and development, answer parental questions, observe for abnormalities, and give immunizations. Checkups are scheduled for every 1 to 2 months. Two to 4 weeks is too soon between visits, and 3 to 4 months is too long between checkups.
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