Nutrition Interventions for Children with Special Health Care Needs

Chapter 3 - Physical Activity for CSHCN
Table 3-1: Suggested Screening Questions About Physical
Activity
1. What physical activities does your family currently participate in?
2. What are your child’s interests related to physical activity?
3. Does your child participate in physical activities at school? If so, which ones?
How often?
4. What are your priorities for your child’s participation in a physical activity? (e.g.
an activity other family members enjoy, for socialization, weight management)
5. How does your child’s health impairment limit his/her participation in physical
activities? What type of activities should be avoided?
6. How does your child understand and follow instructions and rules?
7. Has your child had any experience participating in structured group physical
activities, such as a gymnastics class, T-ball team, or group setting?
8. What modifications might be necessary for your child to participate in a physical
activity? (e.g. adapted equipment, modification of rules, simplified instruction,
protective equipment)
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