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  • Administer on-time vaccinations for all children ages birth to 18 years as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices with catch-up vaccinations when needed.

  • Counsel families on infant feeding support, including breastfeeding support and guidance for introduction of solid foods, as well as nutrition and physical activity for children of all ages.

  • Manage newborn issues, including neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, hyperbilirubinemia, and abnormal newborn genetic test results.

  • Screen all children ages 18 months and 2 years for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using an ASD-specific screening tool.

  • Screen all children starting at time of first tooth eruption to age 12 years to determine if their primary water source is deficient in fluoride, and prescribe an oral fluoride supplement if necessary.

  • Discuss with children and families important safety issues and strategies for injury prevention.

  • Discuss with children and caregivers screen media use, sleep, and substance use.

  • Perform behavior counseling on sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention, and screen for STIs in sexually active adolescents.

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