Pediatric Patients Have a Higher Occurrence and Frequency of Malignant

question 23

True/False

Pediatric patients have a higher occurrence and frequency of malignant tumors than adults.

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Definitions:

Teratogens

Agents or factors that can cause congenital anomalies or developmental abnormalities in a developing fetus when a mother is exposed during pregnancy.

Preconception Counseling

Guidance and information provided to couples or individuals about health and genetic factors that could affect a future pregnancy.

Prenatal Care

The health care provided to a pregnant woman and her developing baby before childbirth to ensure a healthy pregnancy.

Climacteric

A phase in the aging process of women and men, marked by changes that lead to the end of reproductive capacity in women (menopause) and a decline in sexual function in men.