What is the PEDS (Parents’ Evaluation of Developmental Status) and its purpose?

• A. A parent-completed screen to identify children at risk for developmental problems across 0-8 years; facilitates triage to comprehensive evaluation.
• B. A clinician-administered test of language development for preschoolers.
• C. A teacher-rated tool for school readiness.
• D. A self-administered questionnaire for adolescent mental health.

Answer: (A)