The Health Status of a Young Child Is Linked With

question 18

Multiple Choice

The health status of a young child is linked with:

• A) Physical growth of the child
• B) Performance in school
• C) Cognitive development of the child
• D) All of these are correct

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Definitions:

Pneumonia

An infectious disease affecting one or both lungs, characterized by inflammation and fluid-filled alveoli, causing breathing difficulties.

Tetanus

A bacterial infection commonly referred to as lockjaw that causes painful muscle contractions, particularly of the jaw and neck muscles.

Rate Of Growth

The speed at which a biological or physical process increases in size or number over a specific period of time.

Birth Weight

The weight of a baby at the time of its birth, an important indicator of neonatal health and development.