Standards for intellectual development of premature infants

Release time : 01/18/2025 18:13:27

Many expectant mothers are extremely excited when waiting for their baby to arrive, but often face various difficulties that lead to the premature birth of the child. However, many mothers are still concerned about the intellectual development of premature infants.

Let's take a look at the standards for premature infant development.

Intelligence Development Standards for Premature Infants. There are certain standards for intelligence development in premature infants, and mothers can determine whether their premature baby has normal intelligence by observing the signs of their baby and comparing them with these standards.

Prematurity can be compared with normal 2-month infants.

Of course, if the child's birth weight is within normal range, it can be compared with the same age children as long as it is within normal range, there is no need to worry.

Standard weight gain for preterm infants is 20g/day/kg of body weight.

Taking a premature infant weighing 1.5 kilograms at birth as an example, the daily weight gain should be 20 x 1.5 = 30 grams.

A month is equal to 20 × 1.5 × 30 = 900g.

For a premature infant weighing 1500 grams, the weight increase within half a month after birth is generally between 250 to 500 grams.

The first month should see an increase of about 750 g.

Weight gain should be a process that starts off fast and then slows down.

If the premature infants born after 3 months of weight gain is significantly lower than above, it may be due to inappropriate feeding and gastrointestinal diseases.

Three months after birth, the weight of premature infants will gradually approach that of normal infants.

Measuring the length of preterm infants is a clinical procedure.

Generally, there are standards for the weight of infants to be fed.

Premature Infants Intelligence Development, many mothers are not so familiar with the concept of premature infants, especially in terms of independence. So, what is this medical term? Before an infant enters its mother's womb, it usually stays in the mother's stomach for 37 weeks.

If it is not completely produced, it may be a premature infant.

Most preterm infants are very light and very small with immature organs and functions.

Premature birth is a very dangerous condition for the baby, because the baby's lungs and other organs are not ready to live independently, and the baby is very weak.

Many preterm infants have mental retardation or cerebral palsy, but it is not a blanket statement.

Infants must receive timely, concentrated treatment to protect premature infants.

How to Judge if Premature Infants Have Poor IQ? Many mothers are worried that premature infants may have intellectual developmental delays. However, it's not a blanket statement; let's address this concern and look at whether preterm infants do indeed have lower IQs. Both parents should start from the newborn period.

Early education can promote their intellectual development, play the maximum potential of their brains and effectively prevent their intellectual dullness.

On the third day of premature birth, the hospital will arrange neonatal brain CT and electroencephalogram examinations, and give drugs to promote the metabolism of neonatal brain cells.

In the process of children growing up, parents should also effectively stimulate their visual, auditory and tactile senses, improve their cognition and language ability, so as to raise their intellectual level.

Parents must remember that the intellectual development of preterm infants must be assessed using corrected age, which is calculated as follows (corrected age = postnatal age - (40-gestational weeks)/4) For example: a preterm infant who was born at 32 weeks gestational age and has been in the hospital for 3 months, his corrected age would be calculated as follows: 3-(40-32)/4 = 1 month.

At this point, the child's intellectual development could be compared with that of an average one-month-old infant.

When the child is 24 months old (2 years old), correct the age.

Testing the Intelligence Development of Preterm Infants The development of intelligence in preterm infants can be assessed through certain tests. Based on the results, it is possible to determine whether the child possesses normal development. So, how does the intelligence development of preterm infants be tested? 1. Visual tracking of a red ball or face, mainly observing whether the baby's eyes and head follow the movement of the red ball.

Children with substandard qualities generally shouldn't be exposed to or pursued, as their range of interests is limited.

2. The positioning and head posture primarily involve observing if the baby can look up, turn around, etc.

When there is a problem, the baby cannot stand up.

3. In the supine position, support your head and upper limbs; do not use your elbow to lift your chest off the bed.

4. By extending their bodies, babies typically begin to reach out within 3 months and can extend their arms by 4 months, while reaching for toys at 5 months of age.

5. Turn over and check if the baby has a sense of turning over; they may be able to turn from side to side.

6. Communication and emotional expression, abnormal babies may exhibit a lack of vocalization, lack of interest in surrounding objects, and expressions of indifference.

How to Prevent Premature Infant Intellectual Developmental Impairment? Regarding the intellectual development of premature infants, if it shows low-priced situations, it will make parents very worried. However, this can be prevented.

Preventing intellectual developmental delays in premature infants is essential. Since mothers may not grow fully during pregnancy, premature birth can result in incomplete development of physical functions.

Prevention of preterm birth and mental retardation has become the main concern for parents.

In fact, the brain develops at its fastest during the first two years of life, with the greatest potential for expansion and compensation. Intervention for preterm infants can help children to correct any defects.

To prevent intellectual disability in premature infants, it is crucial to ensure their nutritional levels. Breastfeeding is preferable, with attention paid to feeding techniques and the appropriate supplementation of vitamins, calcium, iron, and zinc.

Secondly, it stimulates the intellectual development of the baby. Playing with the baby, making the baby feel a rich and colorful external environment, all kinds of colors, various shapes, and different sounds.

We also need to continue talking to the baby, letting them feel safe and the love of parents.

Parents must be aware that the cognitive development of preterm infants must be evaluated using corrected age, with the corrected age being calculated as (postnatal age - (40-gestational age)/4).

The baby, who is only 32 weeks pregnant and has been born for 3 months, has a corrected age of 1 month.

At this stage, the child's intellectual development can be compared with that of a normal 1-month-old infant.

The correctional month is used until the child reaches 24 months (2 years).

*The medical content mentioned in this text is for reference only.

If you experience discomfort, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately for accurate diagnosis and treatment.