Asked by Uthmaan Dudley on May 27, 2024
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Parents of an 8-year-old child ask the nurse how many inches their child should grow each year. The nurse bases the answer on the knowledge that after age 7 years, school-age children usually grow what number of inches per year?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
School-Age Children
Children in the age range of 6 to 12 years who are typically enrolled in elementary school.
- Discern the customary patterns of physical development and essential milestones in children.
Verified Answer
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Shaswati SahooMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The growth velocity after age 7 years is approximately 5 cm (2 inches) per year. One inch is too small an amount. Three and 4 inches are greater than the average yearly growth after age 7 years.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the customary patterns of physical development and essential milestones in children.