PED CNS EXAM When observing a child at the start of a neurological examination, check whether: • the child is alert or drowsy • the child is visually attentive • limb movements are active and equal • gait is normal • motor abilities are consistent with age

When observing a child at the start
of a neurological examination, check
whether:
• the child is alert or drowsy
• the child is visually attentive
• limb movements are active and equal
• gait is normal
• motor abilities are consistent with age