In the First Year of Life, the Main Causes of Death

question 29

Multiple Choice

In the first year of life, the main causes of death are

• A) congenital abnormalities and SIDS.
• B) acute illness.
• C) accidents and congenital abnormalities.
• D) cancer, especially leukemia, and SIDS.
• E) external factors.

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Definitions:

Exogenous Factors

External influences that impact behavior or development, originating from outside the organism.

Validity

Refers to the degree to which a test or instrument measures what it claims to measure.

Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over time.

Public Policies

Governmental laws and programs designed to promote the welfare of children and families.