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When a seventeen-month-old comes for an examination, general appearance is assessed first: whether the child is happy, how they communicate and how they make eye contact. The respiratory system, heart, abdomen and genitals are then examined for problems. The ears and throat are checked, and the pediatrician also assesses the eyes externally.
After these examinations, growth and development are assessed: the child is weighed, and length and head circumference are measured. According to the standards, a seventeen-month-old is expected to be about 79–80 centimeters long, weigh close to 11 kilograms and have a head circumference of approximately 48–49 centimeters. Since every child carries their parents' characteristics, the parents' build should also be considered when evaluating these measurements.
