Table 2. PEDI-CAT Domain Content Areas, Sample Items and Response Scales.

Domain	Content Areas	Sample Item	Response Scale
Daily Activities (68 items)	Eating & Mealtime	Inserts a straw into a juice box	Please choose which response below best describes your child's ability in the following: Unable = Can't do, doesn't know how or is too young. Hard = Does with a lot of help, extra time, or effort. A little hard = Does with a little help, extra time or effort. Easy = Does with no help, extra time or effort, or child's skills are past this level. I don't know.
	Getting Dressed	Puts on winter, sport, or work gloves
	Keeping Clean	Puts toothpaste on brush and brushes teeth thoroughly
	Home Tasks	Opens door lock using key
Mobility (97 items)	Basic Movement & Transfers	When lying on back, turns head to both sides
	Standing & Walking	Walks while wearing a light backpack
	Steps & Inclines	Goes up and down an escalator
	Running & Playing	Pulls self out of swimming pool not using ladder
	Wheelchair	Goes up and down ramp with wheelchair
Social/Cognitive (60 items)	Interaction	Greets new people appropriately when introduced
	Communication	Writes short notes or sends text messages or email
	Everyday Cognition	Recognizes his/her printed name
	Self Management	When upset, responds without punching, hitting, or biting
Responsibility (51 items)	Organization & Planning	Keeping personal electronic devices in working order (e.g., cell phone, computer) Includes: Having devices charged and available when needed; Updating software	How much responsibility does your child take for the following activities? Adult/caregiver has full responsibility; the child does not take any responsibility. Adult/caregiver has most responsibility and child takes a little responsibility. Adult/caregiver and child share responsibility about equally. Child has most responsibility with a little direction, supervision or guidance from an adult/caregiver. Child takes full responsibility without any direction, supervision or guidance from an adult/caregiver. I don't know.
	Taking Care of Daily Needs	Buying clothing at a store, from a catalog or online Includes: Purchasing clothing, including outerwear and undergarments
	Health Management	Following health and medical treatment requirements Includes: Taking prescribed medication as directed; Following dietary restrictions; Adhering to exercise or other treatment routines
	Staying Safe	Using the internet safely Includes: Recognizing scams and inappropriate approaches from strangers; Avoiding posting inappropriate images; Evaluating safety of files before downloading