Children presenting with abdominal pain of organic source usually keep their eyes open during the examination versus those with nonspecific complaints.
Many parents bring their infant in for well child checks in the car seat.
No extra padding should be added to the car seat, i.e. seat covers, head rolls, blankets, etc. The small piece of plastic that holds the two chest straps together is vital. It must be used and pulled up to the level of the armpits when the baby is in the car seat. Without this piece of plastic the straps can slip off the shoulders and the baby can be ejected. The straps must fit snug and close to the baby, not the blankets.