Asked by Jameela Walker on Jun 30, 2024
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At school age,children who were born low in birth weight are more likely than their normal birth-weight counterparts to have
A) breathing problems.
B) a learning disability.
C) attention deficit disorder.
D) All of these.
Low Birth Weight
Refers to babies born weighing less than 2,500 grams or 5 pounds, 8 ounces, often associated with higher risks of health problems.
Learning Disability
A condition that affects a person's ability to process information, which can make it difficult for them to learn at the same rate as others.
Attention Deficit Disorder
A neurological disorder characterized by patterns of inattention, impulsivity, and sometimes hyperactivity, affecting social and academic or occupational functioning.
- Understand the possible developmental issues associated with infants born with low birth weight or prematurely.
Verified Answer
AW
Aaliyah WilliamsJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Children who were born low in birth weight are at an increased risk for developing not only breathing problems (such as asthma) but also learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder (ADD). Therefore, all of the choices are correct.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the possible developmental issues associated with infants born with low birth weight or prematurely.